St. Timothy’s & Bishop Creek Community Church's Combined Service “No Greater Love” The Good Shepherd Pastor Kelly Larson, Bishop Creek Community Church (Palm Sunday 2019)

John 10:1-18

Epitome of Love. John 15:13

A Divine Call. John 10:1-6 (Relationship)—Authenticity

Finding Pasture. John 10:7-10 (Provision)

The Good Shepherd. John 10:11-18 (The Shepherd’s Passion for the Sheep)

The Passion of the Good Shepherd.

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Bishop Creek Community Church 4-7-19 Jeremy Plum “Obedient to the Point of Death” Philippians 2:3-8

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Bishop Creek Community Church 3-31-19 Titus: Knowledge of the Truth #6 “On To Nicopolis” Titus: 3:9-15; Ephesians 4:11-13; 1 Corinthians 3:5-11

All Scripture is Inspired…

Red Herrings. Titus 3:9-11

Go Team! Titus 3:12-13 Ephesians 4:11-13 11 And He gave some as apostles, and some as prophets, and some as evangelists, and some as pastors and teachers, 12 for the equipping of the saints for the work of service, to the building up of the body of Christ; 13 until we all attain to the unity of the faith, and of the knowledge of the Son of God, to a mature man, to the measure of the stature which belongs to the fullness of Christ.

The Fruit of Good Deeds. Titus 3:14

Grace Be with You All. Titus 3:15

God’s Field. 1 Corinthians 3:5-11

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Bishop Creek Community Church 3-24-19 Titus: Knowledge of the Truth #5 “The Cretan Outpost of Grace” Titus 3:1-8

A Common DNA

Remind Them. Titus 3:1-2

The Reason for Extending grace. Titus 3:3

A “Trustworthy Statement”. Titus 3:4-7

The Doors are Open! Titus 3:8

Witness to Grace

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Bishop Creek Community Church 3-17-19 Titus: Knowledge of the Truth #4 “Cretan Fruit” Titus 2:1-15

Upon This Island

The Fruit of Character. Titus 2:1-9

Hope for Liars, Evil Beasts, and Lazy Gluttons. Titus 2:11-15

Bishop Fruit!

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Bishop Creek Community Church 3-10-19 Titus: Knowledge of the Truth #3 “Cretan Thorns” Titus 1:10-16

Fear No Evil

The Age We Live In. Titus 1:10-11

Character Flaws. Titus 1:12

The Battleground of Truth. Titus 1:13-14

Cretan Thorns. Titus 1:15

Not Politically Correct. Titus 1:16

Standing Firm. 2 Timothy 2:15, 2 Timothy 3:16-17, Ephesians 6:10-18

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Bishop Creek Community Church 3-3-19 Titus: Knowledge of the Truth “Set in Order” Titus 1:5-9

The Importance of Truth

“For this Reason”…Titus 1:5

A Matter of Character. Titus 1:6-9

Not an Exhaustive List

What is not included in the “List”

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Bishop Creek Community Church 2-24-19 Titus: Knowledge of the Truth #1 “Hello, Titus!” Titus 1:1-4, 2:11-15

Reality- What a Concept!

The Pastorals. Titus: The Knowledge of the Truth 1 Timothy: The Pillar of Truth 2 Timothy: The Word of Truth

Hello, Titus! Titus 1:1-4

Truthland. Titus 2:11-15

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Bishop Creek Community Church 2-17-19 “Two Eternal Destinies” is #10 in the series Evangelical Convictions Revelation 20:11-21:8

The Future…and Roads to Get There

EFCA SOF #10 - Response and Eternal Destiny We believe that God commands everyone everywhere to believe the gospel by turning to Him in repentance and receiving the Lord Jesus Christ. We believe that God will raise the dead bodily and judge the world, assigning the unbeliever to condemnation and eternal conscious punishment and the believer to eternal blessedness and joy with the Lord in the new heaven and the new earth, to the praise of His glorious grace. Amen.

Painting a Picture. Matthew 25:31-46

Heaven and Hell. Revelation 20:11-15…21:8

The Second Death. Revelation 20:11-15

God Among Us. Revelation 21:1-4

All Things New. Revelation 21:5-8

Only Longer

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Bishop Creek Community Church 2-10-19 “A Living Hope” #9 in the series Evangelical Convictions 1 Peter 1:1-12

Church!

More Than Conquerors.

EFCA STATEMENT of Faith #9 We believe in the personal, bodily and premillennial return of our Lord Jesus Christ. The coming of Christ, at a time known only to God, demands constant expectancy and, as our blessed hope, motivates the believer to godly living, sacrificial service and energetic mission.

Confident Expectation

Aliens. 1 Peter 1:1

Born Again to a Living Hope. 1 Peter 1:2-4

Kept for Glory. 1 Peter 1:5

Prepared for Glory. 1 Peter 1:6-7

Things Into Which Angels Long to Look. 1 Peter 1:8-12

The Finish Line

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Message from John Martindale on February 3, 2019

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Bishop Creek Community Church 1-27-19 Evangelical Convictions #8 “A Good Work” Philippians 1:1-11; Ephesians 2:8-10

Holiness

Hello! Philippians 1:1-8

LOVE. Philippians 1:9

EXCELLENCE. Philippians 1:10

INTEGRITY. Philippians 1:10

GOOD WORKS. Philippians 1:11

TO THE GLORY OF GOD. Philippians 1:11

The Good Fruit. Ephesians 2:8-10

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Bishop Creek Community Church 1-20-19 Sanctity of Life Sunday - “God’s Good Order” Psalm 37:1-11; Psalm 46:8-11

Dominoes

Evil Never Sleeps

Wise Living in a Crooked Generation. Psalm 37:1-11

He Will Be Exalted. Psalm 46:8-11

Don’t Just Do Something, Sit There!

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Bishop Creek Community Church 1-13-19 “The FavorableYear of the Lord” Vision Sunday 2019 Luke 2:1-20, Luke 4:16-30

The Nomadic Church of Bishop

Finally, Here! Luke 4:16-30

The Prophet’s Ministry. Isaiah 61:1-11

Leviticus 25

The Ministry of Bishop Creek

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Bishop Creek Community Church 1-6-19 “Shema Sunday: The Golden Rule” Leviticus 19:1-18

Do You Shema?

The Two Great Commandments. Matthew 22:36-40

Loving Your Neighbor. Leviticus 19:1-18

The Higher Bar. Luke 6:27-36

The Golden Rule, and then Some…

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Bishop Creek Community Church 12-23-18 “Unto Us: A Savior is Given” Luke 2:1-20

The Art of War

The Prince of Peace. Isaiah 9:6

“In the Fulness of Time. Luke 2:1-2

The Small Hamlet. Luke 2:3-6

“Drop the Blanket” - Luke 2:8-12

On Whom His Favor Rests. Luke 2:13-14

And So, It Begins. Luke 2:15-18

Putting the Pieces Together. Luke 2:19-20

What is Christmas All About?

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Bishop Creek Community Church 12-16-18 “Unto Us: A Child is Born” Isaiah 9:1-7

God’s Created Order

Deconstructing Christmas “Deconstructionism”

Before the Foundations of the World… Genesis 3:15 Isaiah 7:6-Immanuel…God with Us

In the Midst of Darkness. Isaiah 9:1-2

The Joy of Increase. Isaiah 9:3-5

The Bells of Christmas Day. Isaiah 9:6-7

Immanuel…God with Us

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Bishop Creek Community Church 12-09-18 Evangelical Convictions #7 "The Bride of Christ” 2 Corinthians 11:1-4; Ephesians 5:22-33

Imagine EFCA Statement of Faith #7 We believe that the true church comprises all who have been justified by God’s grace through faith alone in Christ alone. They are united by the Holy Spirit in the body of Christ, of which He is the Head. The true church is manifest in local churches, whose membership should be composed only of believers. The Lord Jesus mandated two ordinances, baptism and the Lord’s Supper, which visibly and tangibly express the gospel. Though they are not the means of salvation, when celebrated by the church in genuine faith, these ordinances confirm and nourish the believer.

Best of a Sorry Lot!

The Church Universal

The Problem with the Visible Church

The Wife of God in the OT- Ezekiel 16

Doctrinal Fidelity. 2 Corinthians 11:1-4

Practical Faithfulness. Ephesians 5:22-33

The Best He’s Got. Revelation 19:5-9

In Waiting

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Message from Pastor Kelly Larson on December 2, 2018

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Bishop Creek Community Church 12-02-18 “The Spirit of God” is #6 in the series Evangelical Convictions John 14:15-26, 16:5-15

Purpose of a Pastor The Cloak of Righteousness. 2 Corinthians 5:20-21

EFCA Statement of Faith- The Holy Spirit We believe that the Holy Spirit, in all that He does, glorifies the Lord Jesus Christ. He convicts the world of its guilt. He regenerates sinners, and in Him they are baptized into union with Christ and adopted as heirs in the family of God. He also indwells, illuminates, guides, equips and empowers believers for Christ-like living and service.

Another Helper. John 14:15-26

Ministry to the World, and the Church. John 16:5-15

Ministry to the World. John 16:8-11

Ministry to the Church. John 16:12-15

Embracing the Spirit of God

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Bishop Creek Community Church 11-25-18 “Son of Man” is #5 in the series Evangelical Convictions Hebrews 9:1-28 Thankful!

EFCA Statement of Faith- The Work of Christ We believe that Jesus Christ, as our representative and substitute, shed His blood on the cross as the perfect, all-sufficient sacrifice for our sins. His atoning death and victorious resurrection constitute the only ground for salvation.

The Levitical System. Hebrews 9:1-10

A Better Sacrifice. Hebrews 9:11-14

A New Covenant. Hebrews 9:15-22

A Better Ministry-Our Representative. Hebrews 9:23-27

A Sure and Certain Hope. Hebrews 9:28

A Better Way

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Bishop Creek Community Church 11-18-18 Wallie Brobst "Grounded in and through the Gospel" 1 Peter 2:1-12

Called to live in and live out the Gospel

1) Grounding the command

2) Grounding our identity

3) Grounding to transform

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St. Timothy’s Anglican Church and Bishop Creek Community Church’s Combined Worship Service November 10, 2018 We are thankful and excited to worship together!

Prelude (Norma Brandt, organ)

Welcome by Fr. Cam

Great is Thy Faithfulness

We give you thanks, O God, we give you thanks, calling upon your Name and declaring all your wonderful deeds. Psalm 75:1

Welcome and announcements

In Christ Alone

Scripture readings: (Words in BOLD are for the congregation to say)

1 Kings 17:8-16 followed by: “The Word of the Lord” Thanks be to God

Psalm 100 responsively (everyone)

Hebrews 9:24-28 followed by: “The Word of the Lord” Thanks be to God

Ancient Words (verse 1)

Gospel reading

The Holy Gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ according to St. Mark Glory to you, Lord Christ

Mark 12:38-44

The Gospel of the Lord Praise to you, Lord Christ

Ancient Words (verse 2)

Sermon A; Psalm 100:1-3 Pastor Kelly Larson

Sermon B: Psalm 100:4-5 Fr. Cam Lemons

The Apostle’s Creed (on next page)

Prayers of the People (on back page)

Prayer from Ed Duran

Prayer from Fr. Cam

Offertory - Children’s Choir

Doxology

How Great Thou Art

Let us go forth to love and serve the Lord. Alleluia. Alleuia. Thanks be to God. Alleluia! Alleluia! Alleluia! Postlude (Norma Brandt, organist)

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Bishop Creek Community Church 11-4-18 “Son of God” is #4 in the series Evangelical Convictions Hebrews 4:14-5:11, 7:26-28 “Jesus Christ”

EFCA Statement of Faith #4 We believe that Jesus Christ is God incarnate, fully God and fully man, one Person in two natures. Jesus—Israel’s promised Messiah—was conceived through the Holy Spirit and born of the virgin Mary. He lived a sinless life, was crucified under Pontius Pilate, arose bodily from the dead, ascended into heaven and sits at the right hand of God the Father as our High Priest and Advocate.

Son of God

Hebrews…Better

A Better Priesthood. Hebrews 4:14-16; 7:25-28

To inaugurate a New Covenant. Hebrews 7:11-19

Through a Better Sanctuary. Hebrews 8:1-2

The Perfect High Priest

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Bishop Creek Community Church 10-28-18 “Fallen Man” is #3 in the series Evangelical Convictions Ephesians 2:1-7, Romans 5:12-21

Incomprehensible Divide

EFCA Statement of Faith #3 We believe that God created Adam and Eve in His image, but they sinned when tempted by Satan. In union with Adam, human beings are sinners by nature and by choice, alienated from God, and under His wrath. Only through God’s saving work in Jesus Christ can we be rescued, reconciled and renewed.

Imago Dei. Genesis 1:26-27

Undeniably Perfect. Genesis 1:31 Out of the Garden. Genesis 3:22-24 Right in their own eyes. Genesis 6:5-6, Judges 21:25 Tainted DNA. Romans 5:12-21 Dead. Dead-Dead. Ephesians 2:1-3 But God! Ephesians 2:4-7

A Residue of Corruption. Romans 7:21-25 Between Two Images

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Bishop Creek Community Church 10-21-18 “God-breathed Word” is #2 in the series Evangelical Convictions 2 Timothy 3:16-17; Psalm 19:1-14

Messages

God-Breathed. 2 Timothy 3:15-16

Evangelical Conviction #2- The Bible (Bibliology) We believe that God has spoken in the Scriptures, both Old and New Testaments, through the words of human authors. As the verbally inspired Word of God, the Bible is without error in the original writings, the complete revelation of His will for salvation, and the ultimate authority by which every realm of human knowledge and endeavor should be judged. Therefore, it is to be believed in all that it teaches, obeyed in all that it requires, and trusted in all that it promises.

Men-Moved Mechanism. 2 Peter 1:20-21

General Revelation. Psalm 19:1-6

Sweeter than Honey. Psalm 19:7-14

Still Speaking…

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Bishop Creek Community Church 10-14-18 “One Glorious God” #1 in the series Evangelical Convictions Isaiah 6:1-7; Psalm 8:1-9; Ephesians 1:3-6

Still Evangelical

EFCA: Creeds, Confessions, and Statements of Faith.

Evangelical Conviction #1 - God (Theology) We believe in one God, Creator of all things, holy, infinitely perfect, and eternally existing in a loving unity of three equally divine Persons: the Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit. Having limitless knowledge and sovereign power, God has graciously purposed from eternity to redeem a people for Himself and to make all things new for His own glory.

The Soundtrack of Heaven. Isaiah 6:1-7

Our Majestic God. Psalm 8:1-9

An Eternal Purpose. Ephesians 1:3-6

To God Be the Glory

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Bishop Creek Community Church 10-7-18 “Some Assembly Required” is #10 in the series Real Church Matthew 9:35-38, 28:18-20

The Dreaded Words Noah, The Tabernacle, and the Temple

Church Multiplication Sunday…

FIVE KEY THEMES OF MATTHEW Christ (Matthew 1:1-17).

Compassion (Matthew 9:35-38).

Church (Matthew 16:13-20).

Commandment (Matthew 22:37-39).

Commission (Matthew 28:18-20).

The Mission of the Church–Bishop Creek 3.1. Acts 1:1-6

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Message from Pastor Kelly Larson on October 7, 2018

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Bishop Creek Community Church 9-30-18 “Kingdom Building” is #9 in the series Real Church I Kings 8:1-66

Route 66 Laying the Foundation. 1 Kings 6:9,14, 37-38; 7:51 The Presence of the Ark. 1 Kings 8:1-11 Solomon’s Address to the People. 1 Kings 8:12-21

Solomon’s Prayer of Dedication. 1 Kings 8:22-53 The Divine Invitation. 1 Kings 8:22-30 The Cry for Justice. 1 Kings 8:31-32 The Cry for Forgiveness. 1 Kings 8:33-34 The Cry for Blessing. 1 Kings 8:35-36 The Cry for Deliverance. 1 Kings 8:37-40 The Cry for Foreigners. 1 Kings 8:41-43 The Cry for Protection. 1 Kings 8:44-45 The Cry of Restoration. 1 Kings 8:46-52 Hear in Heaven. 1 Kings 8:53 Maintain the Cause. 1 Kings 8:54-61 The Consecration. 1 Kings 8:62-66 So, Go. 1 Kings 8:66

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Bishop Creek Community Church 9-23-18 “Give Me This Mountain” is #8 in the series "Real Church" Joshua 14:6-12; Numbers 10-14

Some Journey

Laying Claim to a Mountain! Joshua 14:6-12

Monster Grapes and Grasshoppers. Numbers 10-14

What’s with this Guy? A Different Spirit Followed God Fully Recognition of God-given Strength Promise, Patience, Persistence

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Bishop Creek Community Church 9-16-18 “Real Church: #7 Real Fruit/Real People” Ephesians 4:11-16

Stands a Tree Isaiah 5:1-4

Bishop Creek Community Church has a building!

Growth of the Body. Ephesians 4:11-16

Churching Well

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Bishop Creek Community Church 9-9-18 Real Church: #6 "Real Glory” 1 Corinthians 10:31

Sermon Notes

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Bishop Creek Community Church 9-2-18 Real Church: #5 "Real Evangelism”

2 Corinthians 2:14-17

Extra! Extra!

The Aroma of Christ. 2 Corinthians 2:14-17 As from Sincerity From God In Christ In the Sight of God

Treasure in Earthen Vessels. 2 Corinthians 4:7

Ambassadors. Romans 10:11-15

Evangelism is a Fruit of Discipleship: Every Christian is a Disciple Every Disciple is a Missionary Your Mission Field is Where You Are

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Bishop Creek Community Church 8-26-18 Real Church: # 4 "Real Discipleship” Colossians 1:9-14

“Follow Me”

A Long Obedience.

Walk in the Same Manner. 1 John 2:1-6

A Prayer of Discipleship. Colossians 1:9-14

A Life Well-Lived.

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Bishop Creek Community Church 8-19-18 Real Church: Real Worship is #3 in the series Read Church Psalm 95:1-11

Churching Well

Bad Worship. Leviticus 10:1-10

Come and Praise the Lord. Psalm 95:1–5 To worship is to be joyful in the work of the Lord

Bow Down and Worship the Lord Psalm 95:6–7a To worship is to be humble before, and rightly adore our Divine Shepherd

Hard Hearts, Not Welcomed. Psalm 95:7b-11 To worship is to listen to the voice of God

Looking Up There are no shortcuts to worshipping God Theology encourages doxology

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Bishop Creek Community Church 8-12-18 Pastor Bob Burris Real Church #2 Radical Ordinary Hospitality Luke 5

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Bishop Creek Community Church 8-05-18 Real Church: Real Purpose is #1 in the series "Real Church" Ephesians 4:1-16

A Blessed Legacy

A Manner Worthy. Ephesians 4:1-6

To Each One. Ephesians 4:7-10

The Work of Service. Ephesians 4:11-13

Growing Up. Ephesians 4:14-16

Are we Churching Well?

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Bishop Creek Community Church 7-29-18 James: Two-Fisted Faith: #12 “Keep in Touch” James 5:13-20

The Word Implanted 1 Peter 3:7 1 Corinthians 11:27-32

Pray without Ceasing. James 5:13 1 Thessalonians 5:17

Restoration of a Sick Believer. James 5:14-15

Confession is Good for the Soul. James 5:16

Earnest Prayer. James 5:17-18

Cover a Multitude of Sins. James 5:19-20

Thank You, James!

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Bishop Creek Community Church 7-29-18 James: Two-Fisted Faith #11 “The Precious Produce” James 5:7-12

Strawberries

The Need for Patience. James 5:7a

1 Be Patient

The Patience of A Farmer. James 5:7b-8

2 Be Steadfast

Are We There Yet? James 5:9-11

3 Don’t Complain

Oaths. James 5:12

4 Don’t Whine Against God

The Precious Produce!

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Bishop Creek Community Church 7-15-18 James: Two-Fisted Faith #10 “Return on Investment” James 5:1-6

An Effectual Doer

Weep and Howl. James 5:1

A Witness Against You. James 5:2-3

The Ears of the Lord of Sabaoth. James 5:4

Wanton Pleasure. James 5:5

Unjust Domination. James 5:6

Return on Investment

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Bishop Creek Community Church 7-8-18 James: Two-Fisted Faith: #9 “Playing God” James 4:11-17

The Relentless Pursuit of Irrelevance.

God’s Divine Role. James 4:11-12 Matthew 7:1-5

Who Do You Think You Are?. James 4:13-16 Luke 12:16-21

Do The Right Thing. James 4:17

Are We Ready?

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Bishop Creek Community Church 7-1-18 James: Two-Fisted Faith: “A Greater Grace” James 4:1-10

God or Something Like Him

The Fuel of War. James 4:1

Friendship with the World. James 4:2-4

The Greater Grace. James 4:5-6

Humility in Practice. James 4:7-10

Grace that Exalts

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Bishop Creek Community Church 6-24-18 Two-Fisted Faith: #7 “Wisdom from Above” James 3:13-18

The Mirror James 1:22-25 2 Peter 1:5-8 Galatians 5:22-23 James 3:17-18

Wisdom Applied. James 3:13

Disorder and Every Evil Thing. James 3:14-16

Wisdom from Above. James 3:17-18

Two Portraits

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Bishop Creek Community Church 6-17-18 Two-Fisted Faith: #6 “A Restless Evil” James 3:1-12

Unfiltered

Oh! The Power! James 3:1-2

The Exponential Power! James 3:3-4

Set on Fire by Hell. James 3:5-6

No One can Tame. James 3:7-8

A Contradictory Tongue. James 3:9-12

The “Edit” Button

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Bishop Creek Community Church 6-10-18 Two-Fisted Faith: #5 “Faith Perfected” James 2:14-26

Created Need

The Main Theme. James 2:14-17

Faith Perfected. James 2:18-20

Justification by Works? James 2:21-25

Works are the Spirit of Faith. James 2:26

So, Who Gets the Glory? Matthew 5:14-16

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Bishop Creek Community Church 6-3-18 Two-Fisted Faith: #4 “Fulfilling the Royal Law” James 2:1-13

By Its Cover.

The Principle. James 2:1 1 Corinthians 12:14-21

The Illustration. James 2:2-4

The Royal Law. James 2:5-8 Luke 10:25-37 Leviticus 9:9-18

Kit and Kaboodle. James 2:9-11

The Law of Liberty. James 2:12

Mercy Triumphs over Judgment. James 2:13

The Pecking Order. Philippians 2:3-4

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Bishop Creek Community Church 5-27-18 Two-Fisted Faith: #3 “Doers of the Word” James 1:19-27

The Anvil

A Right Response. James 1:19-20

Receive the Word Implanted. James 1:21-22

A Time of Reflection. James 1:23-24

An Effectual Doer. James 1:25

A True Religion. James 1:26-27

Conformed. Hebrews 4:12

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Bishop Creek Community Church 5-20-18 James: Two-Fisted Faith #2 “Hook, Line and Sinner” James 1:12-18

Banana Peels

“When He is Tempted.” James 1:13 1 John 2:15-17

A Predictable Course. James 1:14-15

Don’t Take the Bait! James 1:16 Genesis 3:6

By the Word of Truth. James 1:17-18

The Way of Escape. 1 Corinthians 10:13

Dwell on These Things. Philippians 4:8

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Bishop Creek Community Church 5-13-18 Two-Fisted Faith: #1 “Introducing… James” James 1:1-12

The Best!

Between Two Images

2 Themes of Scripture

Who Was James? James 1:1a

To Whom was He Writing? James 1:1b

The Process. James 1:2

The Goal. James 1:3-4

The Method. James 1:5-8

The Posture. James 1:9-11

And The Promise. James 1:12

Both Hands

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Bishop Creek Community Church 5-06-18 “Rite of Passage” Hebrews 5:11-14; Luke 18:9-14

Rite of Passage!

In Respect to Salvation. 1 Peter 2:1-5

Infants in Christ. 1 Corinthians 3:1-9

On to Perfection. Hebrews 5:11-14

A Level Field. Luke 18:9-14

In Respect to Salvation

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Bishop Creek Community Church 4-29-18 “Wrestling with God” Genesis 32:1-32

Checkmate!

The Angels of God Met Him. Genesis 32:1-2

The Plan of Reconciliation. Genesis 32:3-5

An Unclear Response. Genesis 32:6-8

A Heart of Prayer? Genesis 32:9-12

Present a Present. Genesis 32:13-21

A Final Defense. Genesis 32:22-23

Left Alone. Genesis 32:24-32

Striving and Tapping Out

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Bishop Creek Community Church 4-22-18 “Are You Ready?” John 3:1-21

Preparing People for Heaven

In Name Only

The Kingdom of Heaven. Matthew 25:1- Read

Foolish and Prudent. Matthew 25:2-4

Behold, the Bridegroom! Matthew 25:5-9

…And the Door was Shut. Matthew 25:10-13

The Other Side of the Door. Revelation 19:1-9

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Bishop Creek Community Church 4-15-18 Who fights your battles? Sermon by John Martindale

In the transition from the Judges to the Kings of Israel, Samuel is the last judge and the first of Israel’s prophets. Goliath was recorded to be around 9’ tall with a spear head weighing 15lbs the spear being 2-1/2” round and nearly 25’ long His armor weighed around 150 lbs. He also carried a bronze javelin and a broad sword.

Fearsome enemy 1 Samuel 17: 25-27

No one to lean on 1 Samuel 17: 28-33

Confidence in the Lord 1 Samuel 17: 33-37

Preparing for battle 1 Samuel 17: 38-40

Engaging the enemy 1 Samuel 17: 41-48

Victory 1 Samuel 17: 49-50

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Message from Ed Duran on April 8, 2018

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Bishop Creek Community Church 4-1-18 “Light has Come” John 3:1-21

Easter: Of All the Things to Preach On

Nicodemus, by Night. John 3:1-3

The Kingdom of God. John 3:4-8

How Can These Things Be? John 3:9-15

Whoever Believes in Him. John 3:16-18

Light has Come into the World. John 3:19-21

Darkness, or Light?

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Bishop Creek Community Church 3-25-18 “Habakkuk’s Doxology” is #3 in the series Habakkuk: Living by Faith

Habakkuk 3:1-19

Rules. Rules. Rules.

In Wrath Remember Mercy. Habakkuk 3:1-2

The Holy One from Mount Paran. Habakkuk 3:3-15

Sovereign Surrender. Habakkuk 3:16-19

Wrapping Up Habakkuk

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Bishop Creek Community Church 3-18-18 “The Righteous Will Live by Faith” is #2 in a series Habakkuk: Living by Faith

Habakkuk 2:1-20

Governing Depravity

The Waiting Prophet. Habakkuk 2:1

The Lord’s Directive. Habakkuk 2:2-3

Living by Faith. Habakkuk 2:4 Galatians 3:10-14. Not by Works Romans 1:16-19. Christ- the Vehicle to Salvation Hebrews 10:35-39. Endurance to do the will of God

The Taunt-Song. Habakkuk 2:5-19 5 Woes to the proud one

If you thought there was a doubt… Habakkuk 2:20

Living by Faith

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Bishop Creek Community Church 3-11-18 "Can We Trust God?" is #1 in a series called Habakkuk: Living by Faith Habakkuk 1:1-2:1

Socks in the Dryer and Other Mysteries of Life

Habakkuk's Cry Against Evil. Habakkuk 1:1-4

Yahweh's Response. Habakkuk 1:5-11

We Will Not Die. Habakkuk 1:12-17

A Right Posture. Habakkuk. Habakkuk 2:1

Pencils

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Bishop Creek Community Church 3-11-18 "Reflections on the Prayers of Paul" Selected Passages from the Epistles Ed Duran

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Bishop Creek Community Church 2-25-18 "The Joy of Your Salvation" Psalm 51:1-19

A Currency of Grace

Prayer for Mercy. Psalm 51:1-2

Always Before Me. Psalm 51:3-5

A Clean Heart. Psalm 51:6-12

The Fruit of Divine Mercy. Psalm 51:13-17

Prayer for National Healing. Psalm 51:18-19

Hope for Us

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Bishop Creek Community Church 2-18-18 "The End of Pride" Obadiah 1-21

God-Breathed Brevity

Concerning Edom. Obadiah 1-9

The Back Story. Numbers 20:14-20

The Four Counts. Obadiah 10-14

The Day of the Lord. Obadiah 15-21

The End of Pride

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Bishop Creek Community Church 2-11-18 "The Secret of the Lord" Psalm 25:1-22

What will You Get?

Washed in the Word. Ephesians 5:25-27

In You I Trust. Psalm 25:1-3

Make Me Know Your ways, O LORD. Psalm 25:4-7

For Your name's sake, O LORD. Psalm 25:8-11

Who is the Man Who Fears the Lord? (Benefits) Psalm 25:12-15

Guard My Soul and Deliver Me. Psalm 25:16-22

The Secret of the Lord

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Bishop Creek Community Church 2-11-18 Song of Nahum #3 "Nineveh is Devastated" Nahum 2:1-13

Death of a Tyrant

"City of Blood." Nahum 3:1

And So, it Resumes. Nahum 3:2-3

Harlotries of the Harlot. Nahum 3:4

Sheer Humiliation. Nahum 3:5-6

Alone in Her Shame. Nahum 3:7

How the Mighty Fall. Nahum 3:8-11

Figs with Ease. Nahum 3:12-14

Efficient Locusts. Nahum 3:15-17

The Dirge. Nahum 3:18-19

When All Else Fails?

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Bishop Creek Community Church 1-28-18 "The Fall of Nineveh" is #2 in the series "Song of Nahum" Nahum 2:1-13

The Prophets

Review of Last Week

The One Who Scatters and Restores. Nahum 2:1-2

A Complete End of It. Nahum 2:3-3:7 And So, It Begins. Nahum 2:3-5

De"fence"less. Nahum 2:6-10

A Metaphorical Taunt. Nahum 2:11-12

Who Can Stand Before His Indignation? Nahum 2:13

Facing Consequences

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Bishop Creek Community Church 1-21-18 “A Jealous and Avenging God” is #1 in the series "Song of Nahum" Nahum 1:1-15

Divine Time-Outs

Absolute Sovereign. Nahum 1:1-6

The Open Door. Nahum 1:7

Opposing God. Nahum 1:8-10

Assurance to Israel. Nahum. 1:11-13

Directed to Nineveh. Nahum 1:14

“Okay. You Can Come Out Now!” Nahum 1:15

A Future Hope

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Bishop Creek Community Church 1-14-18 Vision Sunday: “Hewn and Honed” 1 Peter 1:22-2:12

Flowers

Is the Church Still Relevant?

Mission Statement We are to be a WORSHIPPING community who BUILDS mature disciples and, EVANGELIZES the lost, to the glory of God.

Back to the beginning …1 Peter 1:22-25

Growing in Respect to Salvation. 1 Peter 2:1-3

Living Stones, I Presume? 1 Peter 2:4-8

Proclaim the Excellencies…1 Peter 2:9-12

Planting Flowers

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Message from Jeremy Plum on January 7, 2018

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Bishop Creek Community Church 12-24-17 “O Come, Let Us Adore Him” is #5 in a series God with Us Matthew 2:1-12 Pastor Kelly Larson

The Grand Narrative of Scripture. The Battle is on!

Westward Leading, Still Proceeding. Matthew 2:1-2

The Long-Expected one. Matthew 2:3-6 Micah 5:2

Worship or Kill? Matthew 2:7-11

For All People. Matthew 2:12

O Come, Let Us Adore Him!

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Bishop Creek Community Church 12-17-17 “Joy to the World” is #4 in a series God with Us Luke 2:1-20 Pastor Kelly Larson

The Theology of Peanuts

In the Fullness of Time. Luke 2:1-7

Peace on Earth. Luke 2:8-14

A Way in a Manger. Luke 2:15-20

Let Go of the Blanket! (All Fear is Gone)

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Bishop Creek Community Church 12-10-17 “Christmas Explained” is #3 in the series God with Us John 1:1-18 Pastor Steve Elliott

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Bishop Creek Community Church 12-03-17 God with Us: “What Child is This?” Isaiah 9:1-7

“Deck the Halls”?

Progressive Revelation

His Birth. Isaiah 7:14

His Kingdom. Isaiah 9:1-7 Wonderful Counselor Mighty God Everlasting Father Prince of Peace

His Anointing. Isaiah 61:1-3

His Atonement. Isaiah 53:1-11

Stable Prophecies

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Bishop Creek Community Church 11-26-17 “O Come, O Come Emmanuel” is #1 in a series God with Us Genesis 3:1-24

“Draw nigh, draw nigh, Emmanuel”

The Theme of Human Destiny. Genesis 3

The Fall. Genesis 3:1-7

The Reckoning. Genesis 3:8-13

The Verdict. Genesis 3:14-19

Foreshadow of Christmas. Genesis 3:20-23

The Cherubim and the Flaming Sword. Genesis 3:24

A Way in a Manger

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Message from Ed Duran on November 19, 2017

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Bishop Creek Community Church 11-12-17 Pastor Kelly Larson “Standing Firm in Christ” Philippians 4:1-9

From a Prison in Rome

“My Joy and Crown.” Philippians 4:1-3

The Peace of God. Philippians 4:4-7

Eight Virtues. Philippians 4:8

The God of Peace. Philippians 4:9

A Tree…by the River

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Christian Friendship 1 John 3:16

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Bishop Creek Community Church 10-29-17 ‘Soli Deo Gloria’ Psalm 115:1-18

The Five Solae (The Five Solas) Sola Scriptura Sola Fide Sola Gratia Solus Christus Soli Deo Gloria

Stealing Glory

To Your Name Give Glory. Psalm 115:1-18

The House of Dagon. 1 Samuel 5:1-7 Isaiah 42:8

Where is the Glory?

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Bishop Creek Community Church 10-22-17 ‘Guard Your Heart’ is #8 in the series Courting God’s Glorious Presence Proverbs 4:1-27

A Word of Caution

A Father’s Instruction. Proverbs 4:1-9

Choose Your Path. Proverbs 4:10-19 Psalm 1

Guard Your Heart. Proverbs 4:20-27 Psalm 119:9-11

Upon Our Hearts

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Bishop Creek Community Church 10-15-17 ‘The Heavenly Temple’ is #7 in the series Courting God’s Glorious Presence Isaiah 6:1-8; Revelation 21:1-22:5

99.99 % Pure

The God We Serve. Isaiah 6:1-8

The Tabernacle of God. Revelation 21:22-5

Purity and the Presence of God!

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Bishop Creek Community Church 10-08-17 ‘The Hope of Glory’ is #6 in the series Courting God’s Glorious Presence 1 Corinthians 6:11-20; 2 Corinthians 6:14-7:1

Consecration and a Firm Foundation. Daniel 2

The Presence of God in the Temple. Acts 2:1-4. Main Point: The Blood of Christ Welcomes the Presence of God in Us!

God’s Building. 1 Corinthians 3:9-17

The Hope of Glory. 6:11-20

“I Will Dwell in Them”. 2 Corinthians 6:14-7:1

The Law of the Lord…

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Bishop Creek Community Church 10-08-17 ‘He Dwelt Among Us’ is #5 in the series Courting God’s Glorious Presence John 1:14; Hebrews 10:1-25

The Torah: The Law, or Instruction?

Approaching the Sacred Space. Matthew 5:17-20

He Dwelt Among Us. John 1:14

A More Excellent Name. Hebrews 1:1-4

A More Excellent Ministry. Hebrews 8:1-6

In Order to Establish the Second. Hebrews 10:1-25

If You Love Me…

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Bishop Creek Community Church 9-24-17 ‘The Need for Reformation’ is #4 in the series Courting God’s Glorious Presence Ezekiel 8-11

Real World Consequences Anything Goes? Key Point #1: When God gives standards, they are meant to be followed

God’s Promise and Warning. 1 Kings 9:1-9 966-967 BC Key Point #2: When God gives a warning, it is meant to be headed

The Need for Reformation. 2 Kings 23:4-20 623 BC Key Point#3: God allows us to make corrections

Consequences of Disobedience. Ezekiel 8-11 593 BC Key Point #4: When God’s warning is ignored, there will be consequences

Anything Goes? Ezekiel 11:14-21 A Promise of Redemption (43:1-5) 4 BC Key Point #5: The sole point of redemption is through Christ.

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Bishop Creek Community Church 9-17-17 ‘A Proper Invitation’ – Part 2 in the series Courting God’s Glorious Presence 1 Kings 6-8:13; 2 Chronicles 5:1-6:2

Review MAIN POINT–God draws us into relationship with Him

480 Years Later. 1 Kings 1 Kings 5:1-6 1 Kings 6 1 Chronicles 28:11-21 1 Kings 7:13-51 Key Point #1: The Invitation must be Precise!

An Invitation Extended. 2 Chronicles 5:1-10 Key Point: The Invitation must be Sacred!

An Invitation Accepted. 2 Chronicles 5:11-6:2 Key Point #3: The Invitation must be Pure

The Shekinah Glory. 2 Chronicles 7:1-3 Key Point #4: God has always desired to make His Glory Known to right hearts.

Are We Courting God?

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Bishop Creek Community Church 9-10-17 ‘A Proper Invitation’ – Part 1 is #2 in the series Courting God’s Glorious Presence Exodus 40:1-38

Superpowers

Leading Up to the Tabernacle Key Point #1:

A Proper Setting. Exodus 40:1-16 Key Point #2:

Just as the Lord had Commanded Moses. Exodus 40:17-33 Key Point #3:

When Glory Comes. Exodus 40:34-38 Key Point #4:

In Christ Alone! Key Point #5:

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Bishop Creek Community Church 9-03-17 ‘Show Me Your Glory’ is #1 in the series Courting God’s Glorious Presence Exodus 33-34

Courting God’s Glorious Presence

The Setting. Exodus 33:1-6

Past Tents. Exodus 33:7-11

“Show Me Your Glory.” Exodus 33:12-23

Preparations of Moses. Exodus 34:1-4

God’s Glory and Response. Exodus 34:5-9

Conditions of the People. Exodus 34:10-28

Shining. Exodus 34:29-35

Courting His Glorious Presence

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Bishop Creek Community Church 8-27-17 “Peace Be with You” is #70 in a series Luke: Portrait of the Christ Luke 24:36-53

The Final Brush-Strokes 2 Fruits of Luke 24 Recognition of Christ Peace with God

Living Proof. Luke 24:36-43

The Fulfilment of Scriptures. Luke 24:44-49

The Ascension. Luke 24:50-53

Peace Be with You

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Bishop Creek Community Church 8-20-17 Luke: ‘A Walk with Jesus’ is #69 in the series Luke: Portrait of the Christ Luke 24:13-35

Portrait of the Christ

The Journey. Luke 24:13

An Incognito Christ. Luke 24:14-16

Engaging Christ. Luke 24:17-18

The Gospel According to Cleopas. Luke 24:19-24

One More Time. Luke 24:25-27

Eyes Opened. Luke 24:28-31

The Lord has Really Risen. Luke 24:32-35

The Road You’re On

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Bishop Creek Community Church 8-13-17 Luke: ‘What Just Happened?!’ is #68 in the series Luke: Portrait of the Christ Luke 23:50-24:12

What in the World Just Happened?

Joseph of Arimathea. Luke 23:50-56

A New and Living Way. Hebrews 10:19-21 Heavenly Sanctuary…Hebrews 9:1-4; 11-16; 24-26 Proclaim. Ephesians. 4:7-10 Open the Tombs. Matthew 27:51-53

The Empty Tomb. Luke 24:1-12

The Blood of God Acts 20:28 Ephesians 1:7 1 Peter 1:18 Revelation 5:9-10

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Bishop Creek Community Church 8-6-17 Luke: ‘The Cross of Christ’ is #67 in the series Luke: Portrait of the Christ Luke 23:26-49

The Bigger Picture

Prelude to the Cross. Luke 23:26-32

The Place Called “The Skull”. Luke 23:33-43

About the Sixth Hour. Luke 23:44-49

At the Cross

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Bishop Creek Community Church 7-30-17 ‘The Power of Darkness’ is #66 in the series Luke: Portrait of the Christ Luke 22:62- 23:25

Where Was God?

Jesus Before the Sanhedrin. Luke 22:66-71

Jesus before Pilate. Luke 23:1-7

Jesus Before Herod. Luke 23:8-12

Pilate Seeks Jesus’ Release . Luke 23:13-25

Light of the World

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Bishop Creek Community Church 7-23-17 ‘Betraying Jesus’ is #65 in the series Luke: Portrait of the Christ Luke 22:31-65

Betrayal

“Simon, Simon”. Luke 22:31-34

“It is Enough”. Luke 22:35-38

The Garden. Luke 22:39-46

Betrayal with a Kiss. Luke 22:47-53 Psalm 55:12-13

Peter’s Denial. Luke 22:54-65

Restoration. John 21:15-18

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Bishop Creek Community Church 7-16-17 ‘The Shelter of the Most High’ Psalm 91:1-16

“Location is Everything”

The Confession. Psalm 91:1-2

The Affirmation. Psalm 91:3-13

The Divine Confirmation. Psalm 91:14-16

The Appraisal 1 Peter 5:6-11

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Message from Jeremy Plum on July 9, 2017

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Bishop Creek Community Church 7-2-17 Luke: ‘Josiah’s Passover’ is #64 in the series Luke: Portrait of the Christ 2 Chronicles 35:1-19

Why Do We Do Communion?

Romancing the Status Quo 2 Chronicles 34:1-3

So, What’s Wrong with a Little Asherah or Two? Exodus 40, 1 Kings 8

Reforming the Status Quo. 2 Kings 22:3-23:20

Remembering the Status Quo: A National Passover 2 Chronicles 35:1-19

Restoring the Status Quo

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Bishop Creek Community Church 6-25-17 Luke: ‘A Living Memorial’ is #63 in the series Luke: Portrait of the Christ Luke 22:1-30

Reminders and Memorials

The Plot. Luke 22:1-2

The Betrayal. Luke 22:3-6

Preparations for the Feast. Luke 22:7-13

The Lord’s Supper. Luke 22:14-20 2 Corinthians 3:3, 6 Jeremiah 31:3-4

Missing the Point. Luke 22:24-27

Blessed Assurance. Luke 22:28-30

Baptism into Christ. Romans 6:1-11 John 3:16-17

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Message from Ed Duran on June 18, 2017

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Bishop Creek Community Church 6-11-17 Luke: ‘Things Present, Things to Come’ is #62 in a series Luke: Portrait of the Christ Luke 21:1-38

Things Present

Two Small Copper Coins. Luke 21:1-4

Days Will Come. Luke 21:5-19

Days of Vengeance. Luke 21:20-24

Redemption is Drawing Near. Luke 21:25-28

“Behold the Fig Tree.” Luke 21:29-33

Be On Guard. Luke 21:34-38

Be On The Alert!

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Bishop Creek Community Church 6-4-17 Luke: ‘Those of Greater Condemnation’ is #61 in the series Luke: Portrait of the Christ Luke 20:19-47

Status Quo

Taxing Jesus. Luke 20:19-26

A Bride for 7 Brothers? Luke 20:27-40

The Riddle. Luke 20:41-44

The Greater Condemnation. Luke 20:45-47

Standing in the way of Christ

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Bishop Creek Community Church 5-28-17 “The Authority of the Christ” is #60 in a series Luke: Portrait of the Christ Luke 20:1-18

Authority and Power

The Dilemma. Luke 20:1-8

The Vineyard and Authority from God. Luke 20:9-18

The Cornerstone. Luke 20:17-18

The Yoke of Authority

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Bishop Creek Community Church 5-21-17 Luke: ‘The Things Which Make for Peace’ #59 in the series Luke: Portrait of the Christ Luke 19:28-48

Portrait of the Christ

The Beginning of the Beginning. Luke 19:28

The Fulfillment of Prophecy. Luke 19:29-34

The Entry. Luke 19:35-38

An Early Celebration of the King. Luke 19:39-40

The Things Which Make for Peace. Luke 19:41-44

A House of Prayer. Luke 19:45-48

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Bishop Creek Community Church 5-14-17 Luke: ‘The Servant’s Business; The King’s Return’ is #58 in the series Luke: Portrait of the Christ Luke 19:11-27

White Hats, Black Hats

To Seek and to Save. Luke 19:11

The Servant’s Test. Luke 19:12-14

The King’s Return. Luke 19:15

The First Servant. Luke 19:16-17

The Second Servant. Luke 19:18-19

The Wicked Servant. Luke 19:20-23

A Full Accounting. Luke 19:24-27

Someday…Oneday…Soon

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Bishop Creek Community Church 5-07-17 “Luke: To Seek and To Save” is #57 is the series Luke: Portrait of the Christ Luke 18:31-19:10

Lord, Have Mercy!

Written Through the Prophets. Luke 18:31-34

What the Blind Man Saw. Luke 18:35-43

Small in Stature. Luke 19:1-9

God’s Beautiful Plan. Luke 19:10

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Bishop Creek Community Church 4-30-17 “Luke: Eye of the Needle” is #56 in the series Luke: Portrait of the Christ Luke 18: 15-30

The Right Approach to God

Jesus Loves the Little Children. Luke 18:15-17

What Must I Do? Luke 18:18-25

For the Sake of the Kingdom of God. Luke 18:26-30

A Great Admonition

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Bishop Creek Community Church 4-23-17 “Luke: Mercy, Justice and Hearts to God” is #55 in the series Luke: Portrait of the Christ Luke 18: 1-14

In Your Own Defense?

All Rise! Luke 18:1-8

Mercy, or Justice? Luke 18:9-13

Went Home. Luke 18:14

Before the Mercy Seat

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Bishop Creek Community Church 4-16-17 The Shadow of Christ: "The Cross, The Stone, and The Crown” 1 Corinthians 15

“Insurmountable “ Obstacles

The Great “Wait” of Sin. Genesis 2:16-17, 3:15, 23-24

Passover’s Shadow

Golgotha. Luke 23:33-34, 46, 50-56; 24:1-6

The Gospel- “The Good News”. 1 Corinthians 15:1-4

The Last Enemy. 1 Corinthians 15:20-26

Death is Swallowed up in Victory. 1 Corinthians 15:50-57

The Surmounted “Insurmountable”

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Bishop Creek Community Church 4-9-17 “The Shadow of Christ: A Candle, A Spoon, and A Feather” Palm Sunday Service Exodus 11:1-12:22

Seeking Chaos

The Liturgy of the Passover Meal

Deliverance from Judgment Exodus 11:1-10

The Lamb of God. Exodus 12:1-6

People Get Ready. Exodus 12:7-13

The Unleavened Bread. Exodus 12:14-20

A Candle, A Spoon, And a Feather. Exodus 12:19

Sooo…The Lamb of God!

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Bishop Creek Community Church 4-2-17 “The Already and Not Yet” is #54 in the series Luke: Portrait of the Christ Luke 17:20-37

Setting 2 Corinthians 5:1-9

Having Been Questioned. Luke 17:20-21

Days of the “Son of Man”. Luke 17:22-25

Days of Noah, Days of Lot. Luke 17:26-30

On That Day. Luke 17:31-36

A Final Maxim. Luke 17:37

Groaning

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Bishop Creek Community Church 3-26-17 “Faithful Service” #53 in the series Luke: Portrait of the Christ Luke 17:1-19 Setting

Directional Stewards. Luke 17:1-2

Keeping Short Accounts. Luke 17:3-4

The Measure of Faith. Luke 17:5-6

Faithful Servant. Luke 17:7-10

The Response Exclaimed. Luke 17:11-19

Our Service of Worship

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Bishop Creek Community Church 3-19-17 “The Great Divide” #52 in the series Luke: Portrait of the Christ Luke 16:19-31 Setting What this is, what this is not! Revelation 20:13-14

Act 1- The Narrative of Earthly Disparity. Luke 16:19-22

Act 2- The Great Divide. Luke 16:23-31

Something to Think About… “Death and the Intermediate State” Hebrews 9:11-28 Luke 23:43 Ephesians 4:8-9; 1 Peter 3:18-20 Matthew 27:50-54 1 Corinthians 15:20-23

Certainties 2 Corinthians 5:8 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18

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Bishop Creek Community Church 3-12-17 “The Steward” #51 in the series Luke: Portrait of the Christ Luke 16:1-18

Parables

Overview. Luke16:1

Called to Account. Luke 16:2

The Plan. Luke 16:4-7

The Commendation. Luke 16:8-9

Application. Luke 16:10-13

Punctuation Mark! Luke 16:14-18

We Pink Boxes

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Bishop Creek Community Church 3-5-17 “The Depth of Divine Desire” #50 in the series Luke: Portrait of the Christ Luke 15:1-32

Lost and Found.

Eating with Sinners. Luke15:1-2

The One-Percent. Luke 15:3-7

The Lost Coin. Luke 15:8-10

The Younger Son. Luke 15:11-24

The Older Son. Luke 15:25-32

As we think about it…

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Bishop Creek Community Church 2-26-17 “Marks of Discipleship” #49 of the series Luke: Portrait of the Christ Luke 14:25-35

The Setting. Luke 14:25

Restriction #1…Hate Others? Luke14:26 Relationship

Restriction #2…Carry The Cross. Luke 14:27 Self

The Long Road Through the Narrow Door. Luke 14:28-32

Restriction #3…Ownership. Luke 14:33 Stuff

Transformational Influence. Luke 14:34-35

As we think about it…

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Bishop Creek Community Church 2-19-17 “Table Manners” is #48 in a series Luke: Portrait of the Christ Luke 13:31-14:24

The Greatest Meal?

Mourning for the City. Luke13:31-35

A Sabbath Meal. Luke 14:1-6

The Place of Honor. Luke 14:7-11

Bread in the Kingdom of God. Luke 14:12-15

The Big Dinner. Luke 14:16-24

Kingdom of Heaven.

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Bishop Creek Community Church 2-12-17 “Marks of the Kingdom” #47 in Luke: Portrait of the Christ Luke 13:1-30

Covering a Lot of Ground The Necessity for Repentance. Luke 13:1-5

The Fruit of Repentance. Luke 13:6-9

The Favor of Grace. Luke 13:10-17

Kingdom Growth. Luke 13:18-21

The Narrow Door. Luke 13:22-30

Mercy or Justice?

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Bishop Creek Community Church 2-5-17 “Dressed for Readiness” #46 in Luke: Portrait of the Christ Luke 12:13-34

The Setting, Chapter 12 ~Authentic Discipleship

Dressed for Readiness. Luke 12:35-38

At an Hour Unknown. Luke 12:39-40

Who is the Faithful Steward. Luke 12:41-48

The Coming Judgment. Luke 12:49-59

Dressed for Success

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Bishop Creek Community Church 1-29-17 “Seeking the Kingdom” #45 in the series Luke: Portrait of the Christ Luke 12:13-34

Portrait of a Disciple

Rich Toward God. Luke 12:13-21

Seeking the Kingdom. Luke 12:22-34

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Bishop Creek Community Church 1-15-17 “An Authentic Witness” is #44 in a series Luke: Portrait of the Christ Luke 12:1-12

Learning Christ

Beware Hypocrisy! Luke 12:1-3 An Authentic Witness…

Fear God. Luke 12:4-7 An Authentic Witness…

An Authentic Witness…

Confess Christ. Luke 12:8-12 An Authentic Witness… An Authentic Witness…

An Enduring Witness

“An Authentic Witness” is #44 in a series Luke: Portrait of the Christ

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Bishop Creek Community Church 1-8-17 “Blueprint: God’s Plan for the Church” Acts 2:42-47

Identity Crisis?

Bishop Creek Community Church A Worshipping Community building Mature Disciples, and Evangelizing the Lost all to the Glory of God

W-I-F-E: Worship-Instruction-Fellowship-Evangelism

The Blueprint of the Church. Acts 2:42-47 Acts 2:42 Acts 2:43-45 Acts 2:46-47

A Little Church in Bishop…in 2017

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Bishop Creek Community Church 1-1-17 “Return to Your First Love” Deuteronomy 6:4-9; Revelation 2:1-7

Statistically Speaking

“All means All”. Deuteronomy 6:4-9

“No Other Gods!”. Exodus 20:3

“Remember, Repent, Return”. Revelation 2:1-7 Ephesians 1: 1-2 Ephesians 1:15 Ephesians 3:14-19 Acts 20:28-30

(Quite) a Sobering Admonition

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Bishop Creek Community Church 12-18-16 “The Fullness of the Time” is #2 in the sermon series Heaven Came Down Galatians 4:1-7; John 1:1-14

Eternity Past

The Birth of Christ. Matthew 1:18-25

The Fullness of the Time. Galatians 4:1-7

In the Fullness of Time

God Sent Forth His Son.

Born of a Women

Born Under the Law

So that He might redeem those who were under the Law So that we might receive adoption as sons

Breath and Flesh of Christ. John 1:1-14

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Bishop Creek Community Church 12-11-16 “The Long-Expected One” is #1 in Heaven Came Down Isaiah 52:13-53:12

The Equation

The Fifth Gospel

The Servant’s Glory. Isaiah 52:13-15

The Servant’s Suffering. Isaiah 53:1-3

The Servant’s Significance. Isaiah 53:4-6

The Servant’s Innocence. Isaiah 53:7-9

The Servant’s Victory. Isaiah 53:10-12

The Solution!

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Bishop Creek Community Church 12-04-16 “Wow! Whoa! Morose Mores. And More Woes” #43 of Luke: Portrait of the Christ Luke 11:37-54

Portrait of Christ…and Us.

Taboo?. Luke 11:37-38

Inside Out. Luke 11:39-41

3 Woes. Luke 11:42-44

Morose Mores and More Woes. Luke 11:45-52

The Mathematics of Grace. Luke 11:53-54

The Bottom Line

You May Be A Hypocrite If…

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Bishop Creek Community Church 11-27-16 “The Tenth Leper” in Luke: Portrait of the Christ Luke 17:11-19

Portrait of Christ…and Us.

The Setting. Luke 17:11

The “Request”. Luke 17:12-13 Leviticus 13:45-46

The Grace. Luke 17:14

The Response. Luke 17:15-16

The Mathematics of Grace. Luke 17:17-18

The Greater Blessing. Luke 17:19

Which are We?

Our Response

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Bishop Creek Community Church 11-20-16 Jeremy Plum “First Things First”

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Bishop Creek Community Church 11-13-16 “#CityonaHill” #3 of Surviving November Jeremiah 29:1-14

Judgment Day? Um. Not quite.

David’s 3 choices. 1 Chronicles 21

4 Certain Truths 1. God is still on the throne (Psalm 45:6) 2. God's plans will not be thwarted (Job 42:2) 3. Our salvation is still secure in Jesus (John 10:28-29) 4. We still have a mandate (Matthew 28:18-20)

A Theology of Salt. Matthew 5:13-14

How Shall We Live? Jeremiah 29:1-14

So, now What?

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Bishop Creek Community Church 11-06-16 “#HeartsRight” #2 of Surviving November Daniel 9:1-23

Exile

The Setting. Daniel 9:1-2

The Attitude of Prayer. Daniel 9:3

The Adoration. Daniel 9:4-6

The Confession. Daniel 9:5-14

The Petition. Daniel 9:15-19

The Response. Daniel 9:20-23

Our Citizenship

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Message from Pastor Kelly Larson on October 30, 2016

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Bishop Creek Community Church 10-23-16 “Light…On the Inside” #42 of Luke: “Portrait of the Christ” Luke 11:14-36

Your Kingdom Come. Luke 11:14

Kingdom of Light, Kingdom of Darkness. Luke 11:14-16

A Kingdom Divided. Luke 11:17-18

No Middle Kingdom. Luke 11:21-23

Squatter Spirits. Luke 11:24-28

Seeking a Sign. Luke 11:29-32

Light on the Inside. Luke 11:33-36

An Illuminated Kingdom

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Bishop Creek Community Church 10-16-16 “Your Will Be Done” is #41 in the series Luke: “Portrait of the Christ” Luke 11:1-4; Galatians 2:20

Sifted The Disciples Example of Prayer. Luke 11:1-4 • Sovereign Glory, Sovereign Administration

Crucified with Christ. • Romans 6:3-7 • Galatians 2:20

The Source. • Luke 9:23-24 • Matthew 10:38 • Luke 14:27

A Living Sacrifice. Romans 12:1-2 Romans 8:29

“Not My will, but Yours be done.” A Person on the Inside

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Message from Ed Duran on October 9, 2016

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Bishop Creek Community Church 10-2-16 “Lord, Teach Us to Pray” #40 in the series Luke: “Portrait of the Christ” Luke 11:1-13

The Praying Mantis The Request. Luke 11:1

The Model. Luke 11:2-4 • Sovereign Glory, Sovereign Administration • Daily Provision, Daily Pardon, Daily Protection

Persistence. Luke 11:5-8

The Source. Luke 11:9-13

Back to the Mantis

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Bishop Creek Community Church 9-25-16 Luke: “Portrait of the Christ” #39 “One Thing is Necessary” Luke 10:38-42

The New Normal?

A “Slice of life” Reminder. Luke 10:38-42

Martha’s Faith. John 11:21-27

Mary’s Adoration. John 12:1-8

Our Chosen Portion.

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Bishop Creek Community Church 9-18-16 A Good Theme #7 “Better Promises” Hebrews 8:1-13

The Pink Box

A Better High Priest. Hebrews 8:1-2

A Better Place. Hebrews 8:3-5

Better Ministry, Better Covenant, Better Promises. Hebrews 8:6

Better Promises. Hebrews 8:6

The Need for, and Promise of, a New Covenant. Hebrews 8:7-9

“I Will”. Hebrews 8:10-13

The Grace Within

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Bishop Creek Community Church 9-11-16 A Good Theme #6 “Every Spiritual Blessing” Ephesians 1:1-23

The Coin

Our Riches in Christ. Ephesians 1:3

1 In Him-Our Election. Ephesians 1:4-6

2 In Him-Our Redemption. Ephesians 1:7-10

3 In Him-Our Inheritance. Ephesians 1:11-12

4 In Him-The Seal of Our Redemption. Ephesians 1:13-14

The Prayer. Ephesians 1:15-19

Supreme Authority of Christ. Ephesians 1:20-23

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Bishop Creek Community Church 9-4-16 A Good Theme #5 “Kinetic Grace” Romans 5:1-21

The Physics of Grace

Grace upon Grace. John 1:16

Grace:

Induction into This Grace. 2 Corinthians 5:21

The Benefits of Grace. Romans 5:1-11

The Four Monarchs. Romans 5:12-21

Kinetically Speaking…

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Bishop Creek Community Church 8-28-16 “Watchmen on the Wall” is #4 in a series called “A Good Theme” Ezekiel 33:1-20

The Elephant in the Room

If God Speaks…and He Does Speak

Sounding Off. Isaiah 30:8-13

The Trumpet. Ezekiel 33:1-6

Watchman of Israel. Ezekiel 33:7-9

How Then Can We Survive? Ezekiel 33:10-16

‘The Way of the Lord is not Right’. Ezekiel 33:17-20

Remember the Elephant

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Bishop Creek Community Church 8-21-16 “The Depths of God” is #3 in the series “A Good Theme” Exodus 13:17-15:18

This Present State

The Long Way Home. Exodus 13:17-22

The Lord Will Fight for You. Exodus 14:1-14

The Divine Initiative. Exodus 14:15-31

Song of Divine Victory. Exodus 15:1-18

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Bishop Creek Community Church 8-14-16 “Dirty Mirrors or Shining Faces?” Exodus 32-34

The Janitor and the Mirrors

God: A Golden Calf? — Exodus 32

A Great Desire — Exodus 33

The Better Gift — Exodus 34:1-9

Jealous God — Exodus 34:10-17

The Shining Result — Exodus 34:29-35; 2 Cor. 3:12-18

Dirty or Reflecting? Veiled or Shining?

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Bishop Creek Community Church 8-7-16 “The Great Psalm of Praise” is #2 in the series "A Good Theme" Psalm 136:1-26

It’s Dark in Here. Judges 2:10-15

A Good Theme. Psalm 45: 1, 6-7, 17

“The Great Hallel”. Psalm 136

Call To Worship. Psalm 136:1-3

Hymn of Creation. Psalm 136:4-9

Hymn of Redemption. Psalm 136:10-22

Hymn of Mercy. Psalm 136:23-25

Apposite Hymn. Psalm 136:26

Light of the World. Matthew 5:13-16

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Bishop Creek Community Church 7-31-16 “The King’s Marriage” is #1 in the series "A Good Theme" Psalm 45:1-17

Here and Now Isaiah 5:18-24

A Good Theme. Psalm 45:1-2

O, Mighty One! Psalm 45:3-5

The Everlasting Throne. 45:6-7

Preparation for the Wedding. Psalm 45:8-9

Listen Up! Psalm 45:10-12

The Procession. Psalm 45:13-15

Forever and Ever. Psalm 45:16-17

The Throne

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Bishop Creek Community Church 7-24-16 Heaven: From A Biblical Perspective #7 “Finally - Home!” Revelation 22:1-21

Broken The City of God; the Holy of Holies. The River, the Tree, The Curse, and the Presence. Revelation 22:1-5

How Shall We Now Live? 2 Peter 3:11-13

Keep These Words. Revelation 22:6-16

All Who are Thirsty. Revelation 22:17-19

Come Lord Jesus. Revelation 22:20-21

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Bishop Creek Community Church 7-17-16 Heaven: From A Biblical Perspective #6 “The New Jerusalem” Revelation 21:1-27

Preview of Coming Attractions The Former Things. Revelation 21:1-4

All Things New. Revelation 21:5-8

The Holy City. Revelation 21:9-14

Dimensions. Revelation 21:15-21

The Heavenly Temple. Revelation 21:22-27

Crescendo of Time

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Bishop Creek Community Church 7-10-16 Heaven: From A Biblical Perspective “The Marriage Supper of the Lamb” Revelation 19:1-9

That Day String of 4 Pearls Pearl #1- No Marriage in Heaven. Matthew 22:23-30 Matthew 26:26

Pearl #2- Unio Mystica, Union with Christ. John 17:11, 20-23

Pearl #3- Mystery of the Church. Ephesians 5:25-32

Pearl #4- The Marriage. Revelation 19:1-9

The 4 Pearls

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Bishop Creek Community Church 7-03-16 Heaven: From A Biblical Perspective #4 “The Glory of the Lord” Revelation

What is the “there” there in Heaven when we get there?

Glory Defined:

Show me your Glory. Exodus 33:14-34:8 Follow the Glory The Glory Departs. Ezekiel 10

The Glory Returns. John 1:14; Hebrews 1:3

The Worship Experience in Heaven Revelation 4:4-11 Revelation 5:8-14 Revelation 7:9-17 Revelation 11:15-18 Revelation 19:1-9

Here and Now

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Bishop Creek Community Church 6-26-16 Heaven: A Biblical Perspective #3 “The Grand Liturgy” Hebrews 9-10

Is This Heaven?

The Veil. Exodus 26:31-37

The Priest. Exodus 29:4-7, 20-21, 29, 45; 30:10

Through the Veil. Matthew 27:45-53

A More Perfect Tabernacle. Hebrews 9-10

Heaven. Revelation 5:9-10; 2 Corinthians 3:12-18

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Bishop Creek Community Church 6-19-16 Heaven: A Biblical Perspective #2 “Things Past, Things Present, Things to Come” Ezekiel 1:1-28; Isaiah 6:1-5; Revelation 4:1-11

How Far is Heaven?

Sacred Space & Template of Heaven The “Edenic” Temple; (Genesis 1-3) The Tabernacle (Exodus 25-30) The Temple (1 Kings 6) The Incarnate Dwelling Among Us (John 1:14)

Ezekiel 1:1-28. Beyond Description

Isaiah 6:1-5. Undone

Revelation 4:1-11. The Throne of God

How Far is Heaven?

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Bishop Creek Community Church 6-12-16 Heaven: A Biblical Perspective #1 “Setting Our Minds on Heaven” Colossians 3:1-4; 2 Corinthians 4-5

Why Study Heaven? Colossians 3:1-4

Basics

What is the “There” There?

What is NOT There?

What IS There?

Facing Heaven 2 Corinthians 4-5

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“Preparing for the End?” Matthew 24:36-51 Jon MacKinney

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Bishop Creek Community Church 5-29-16 “A Walk in Integrity” Psalm 26:1-12

All Rise. Court is in Session The Court. Psalm 26:1-2

The Defense. Psalm 26:3-5

The Acquittal. Psalm 26:6-8

The Plea. Psalm 26:9-10

The Justification. Psalm 26:11-12

The Verdict

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Bishop Creek Community Church 5-22-16 Luke: “Who is My Neighbor?” is #38 in a series entitled Luke: “Portrait of the Christ”

Luke 10:25-37

Who do You Love?

The Challenge. Luke 10:25-29 • Deut 6:4-5 • Leviticus 19:17-18; 33-34

The “Good” Samaritan. Luke 10:30-35

The True Neighbor. Luke 10:36-37

The Key to Eternal Life

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Bishop Creek Community Church 5-15-16 Luke: “Seventy Sent” is #37 in a series entitled Luke: “Portrait of the Christ”

Luke 10:1-24

Cast out of Heaven

The Greatest of Missions Begins. Luke 10:1-15

Heralds and Emissaries. Luke 10:16

Falling From Heaven Like Lightning. Luke 10:17-20 Ezekiel 28:11-13 Isaiah 14:1-15

Prayer of Praise. Luke 10:21-24

So,…Can we?

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Bishop Creek Community Church 5-08-16 “Destination: Jerusalem” is #36 in the series Luke: “Portrait of the Christ” Luke 9:51-62

Get in the Car!

“Set His Face”. Luke 9:51

Samaritan Rejection. Luke 9:52-56

The Cost of Discipleship. Luke 9:57-62 Luke 9:23-26 Luke 14:25-27

Don’t Look Back 1 Kings 19:19-21

What do we need to travel along the road with Jesus?

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Bishop Creek Community Church 5-01-16 “Majesty Above, Ministry Below” is #35 in the series Luke: “Portrait of the Christ” Luke 9:37-50

Coming Down the Mountain Mark 9:9-13

Majesty Below. Luke 9:37-43 Mark 9:14-15 Mark 9:23-24 Mark 9:29

Reminder. Luke 9:43-45 Mark 9:30-32

The Measure of Greatness. Luke 9:46-48 Mark 9:33-37

That Strange Exorcist. Luke 9:49-50

Broken Vessels, to the Glory of God

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Bishop Creek Community Church 4-24-16 “The Transfiguration and the Glory of God” is #34 in a series entitled Luke: “Portrait of the Christ” by Pastor Kelly Larson

Luke 9:28-36

Glory in the Old Testament Exodus 13:21 Giving of the Law In the Tabernacle In the Temple. 2 Chronicles 7:1-3 Ichabod. Ezekiel 9-11

New Testament Glory Luke 2:8-9

The Transfiguration. Luke 9:28-36

The Agenda of Jesus. Philippians 2:5-8 John 17:1-5

The Ascension. Acts 1:9-11

The Return of Christ…in Glory! Luke 21:27

Yeah, but Why?

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Message from Pastor Kelly Larson on April 17, 2016

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Message from Pastor Kelly Larson on April 10, 2016

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Bishop Creek Community Church 4-3-16 Darkness and Light #3 “A Living Hope” 1 Peter 1:1-13

Happily Ever After

To Those Who Reside as Aliens. 1 Peter 1:1-2

Salvation’s Future Reward. 1 Peter 1:3-5 James 1:2-4 2 Corinthians 4:16-5:5

Salvation’s Present Adversity. 1 Peter 1:6-9

By the Way 1 Peter 1:10-13

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Bishop Creek Community Church 3-27-16 “Darkness and Light: The Son has Risen!” Luke 24:1-7; 1 Corinthians 15:20-26, 50-57

Happily Ever After

“Two-Fold” Curse Genesis 2:17

Promise Genesis 3:15

Blood Work - “It is Finished”

He has Risen! - Luke 24:1-7

The Good News 1 Corinthians 15:1-4

The Final Enemy 1 Corinthians 15:20-26

A Proper Body 1 Corinthians 15:50-57

Happily Ever After 1 Peter 1:3-9

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Bishop Creek Community Church 3-20-16 (Palm Sunday) “Darkness and Light: Darkness Fell” Matthew 27:45-54

The Harbinger

Three Hours of Darkness. Matthew 27:45-46 • 2 Corinthians 5:18-21 • Isaiah 53:1-6 • Galatians 3:13

What Help is Elijah? Matthew 27:47-49

Divine Surrender. Matthew 27:50

Divine Signs of Affirmation. Matthew 27:51-53

Human Affirmation. Matthew 27:54

Fulfillment

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Message from Ed Duran on March 13, 2016

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Bishop Creek Community Church 3-06-16 Luke: “Portrait of the Christ” #31 “Reaching Out To Jesus” Luke 8:40-56

12 Years.

Prelude to Grace. Luke 8:40-42

On the Fringe. Luke 8:43-48

Child, Arise! Luke 8:49-56

Reaching Out to Christ.

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Bishop Creek Community Church 2-28-16 “Where is Your Faith?” Luke 8:22-39

Who Then is This?

Jesus Calms the Sea. Luke 8:22-25

Legion. Luke 8:26-39

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Bishop Creek Community Church 2-21-16 “Heart Soils” #29 in Luke: “Portrait of the Christ” Luke 8:1-21

Hearts

In Stride. Luke 8:1-3

The Sower, the Seed, the So-so, and the Sown. Luke 8:4-8

The Mysteries. Luke 8:9-10

Soil One: Hard. Luke 8:5/12

Soil Two: Rocky. Luke 8:6/13

Soil Three: Weeds. Luke 8:7/14

Soil Four: Good. Luke 8:8/15

Soil Preparation. John 16:8-11, 6:44

This Little Light of Mine. Luke 8:16-18

Family is what Family Does. Luke 8:19-21

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Bishop Creek Community Church 2-14-16 “Forgiven Much” is #28 in a sermon series entitled Luke: Portrait of the Christ Luke 7:36-50

Responses to a Portrait

Awkward! Luke 7:36-39

A Parabolic Response. Luke 7:40-43

No Water, No Kiss, No Oil. Luke 7:44-47

Shalom. Luke 7:48-50

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Bishop Creek Community Church 2-7-16 Luke: “Portrait of the Christ” #27 “Are You the Expected One?” Luke 7:18-35

Doubt!

Have We Got The Right Guy? Luke 7:18-23

The Greatness of John. Luke 7:24-28

Sometimes, You Just Can’t Win. Luke 7:29-35

The Faith of Unbelief Colossians 1:15-18

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Bishop Creek Community Church 1-31-16 “The Widow of Nain” #26 in a series entitled Luke: “Portrait of the Christ”

Luke 7:11-17; 1 Kings 17:17-24

The Encounter. Luke 7:11-12

The Miracle. Luke 7:13-15

The Effect Luke 7:16-17

“He Gave Him Back to His Mother”

“God has Visited His People!”

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Bishop Creek Community Church 1-24-16 “A Centurion’s Faith” is #25 in a series entitled Luke: “Portrait of the Christ” Luke 7:1-10

Into Capernaum. Luke 7:1

Worthy? Luke 7:2-5

Or Not Worthy? Luke 7:6-8

Amazed. Luke 7:9

Answered Prayer. Luke 7:10

Worthy, or Not Worthy?

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Bishop Creek Community Church 1-17-16 “Amazing Grace” Ephesians 2:1-10

Amazing Grace

Truth and Grace. John 1:14-18

Common Grace. Psalm 145:8-9; Matthew 5:45

Points of Grace-Special Grace. Romans 3:23

Prevenient Grace. John 3:16-17

Saving Grace. Ephesians 2:1-10

Sufficient Grace. Romans 6:12-15

Grace Like Rain- Grace upon Grace

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Bishop Creek Community Church 1-10-16 “Walk in a Manner Worthy” Colossians 1:9-14

A Little Church, in the Lycus Valley

The Prayer for the Church in Colossae

A Prayer for Knowledge. Colossians 1:9

A Worthy Walk. Colossians 1:10-14

A Little Church in the Owens Valley

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Shema Sunday “Loving God, Loving People” Jeremy Plum

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Bishop Creek Community Church 12-27-15 “Year-End Inventory: Walk of Life”

2 Peter 3:1-18

Year-End Inventory

The Day of the Lord. 2 Peter 3:1-13

Divine Exhortations for Godly living and a Glorious Ending. 2 Peter 3:14-18

What Sort of People Ought We to Be?

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Bishop Creek Community Church 12-20-15 “Wise Men Still Seek Him” Matthew 2:1-23

The Crèche

The Star. Matthew 2:1-2

Troubled. Matthew 2:3

Recon. Matthew 2:4-6

“That I too may come and worship Him”. Matthew 2:7-8

Great Joy. Matthew 2:9-10

A Right Response. Matthew 2:11

Satan Tries. Matthew 2:12-23

Wise Men Still Seek Him

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Bishop Creek Community Church 12-13-15 “Gabriel Brings Good News” (Ed Duran) Luke 1

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Bishop Creek Community Church 12-06-15 Luke: “The Foundation of Discipleship” is #24 in a series entitled Luke: “Portrait of the Christ” Luke 6:39-49

Follow the Leader. Luke 6:39-40

Spiritual Ophthalmology. Luke 6:41-42

Rooted and Fruited. Luke 6:43-45

Truly “Lord, Lord”? Luke 6:46-48

Main Point: Rather than let the blind perish, we need to give them sight to build a foundation of Life on Christ

Security.

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Bishop Creek Community Church 11-29-15 Luke: “Enemy Love and the Golden Rule” is #23 in a series entitled Luke: “Portrait of the Christ” Luke 6:27-38

Unbalanced Reciprocity- (Love Your Neighbor?) Luke 6:27-29

Main Point: Our Loving Response to Hate Reveals the Love of God in Us and Seeks to Draw the Lost to Christ.

The Golden Rule. Luke 6:30-31

What Credit is that to You? Luke 6:32-34

Proof Positive. Luke 6:35-36

Contents May Have Settled. Luke 6:37-38

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Bishop Creek Community Church 11-22-15 “Greatly Rejoice With Joy Inexpressible” (Jeremy Plum) 1 Peter 1:6-9

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Bishop Creek Community Church 11-15-15 Luke: “Blessings and Woes” is #22 in a series entitled Luke: “Portrait of the Christ” Luke 6:17-26

Apostles: The Master’s Degree

Main Point: The Blessing of Choosing God, and His Promise of Eternity far outweighs any Temporary Sacrifices.

Jesus Came Down. Luke 6:17-19

Blessings and Woes. Luke 20-26 Deuteronomy 30

Choose Well! Choose Life!

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Bishop Creek Community Church 11-08-15 Luke: “The Successful Succession Plan of the Christ” is #21 in a series entitled Luke: “Portrait of the Christ”

Luke 6:12-16

Stained Glass Windows

Main Point: God uses the Extraordinarily Ordinary to Perform the Extraordinary

Preparation. Luke 6:12

The Apostles. Luke 6:13

A Worthy Tribute. Revelation 21:12-14

The 12 Named. Luke 6:14-16

Stones, and Light Shining Through

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Bishop Creek Community Church 11-01-15 Luke: “Lord of the Sabbath” is #20 in a series entitled Luke: “Portrait of the Christ”

Luke 6:1-11

Pressing the Engagement

3 Questions

The Gospel Offense, or Offense?

Main Point: The Gospel is incompatible with Self-righteousness and self-indulgence; the Gospel is Life!

Lord of the Sabbath. Luke 6:1-5

A Helping Hand. Luke 6:6-11

Lord of ALL

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Bishop Creek Community Church 10-25-15 Luke: “Why do you eat and drink with the tax collectors and sinners?” is #19 in a series entitled Luke: “Portrait of the Christ” Luke 5:27-39

Main Point: Jesus invited all people into relationship with God- no matter what their past.

Questions

AKA Matthew. Luke 5:27-29

“Why do you eat and drink with the tax collectors and sinners?”. Luke 5:30-32

Time to Celebrate. Luke 5:33-35

The New Covenant. Luke 5:36-39

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Bishop Creek Community Church 10-18-15 Luke: “Remarkable Things” is #18 in a series entitled Luke: “Portrait of the Christ”

Luke 5:12-26

Main Point: The plan of God has always been to restore to perfection that which was tainted by sin. Jesus has always had authority to do just that.

Arrghh! Genesis 2:17, 3:17-19

“Unclean”. Luke 5:12-16

The Son of Man has Authority. 5:17-26

He Still Does Remarkable Things

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Bishop Creek Community Church 10-11-15 Luke: “Fishing with the Word of God” is #17 in a series entitled Luke: “Portrait of the Christ” Luke 5:1-11

Main Point: Christ reveals himself, rescues us, recruits us for the purpose of rescuing others.

IamAChristian

The Goal of Life. Philippians 3:12-14

Now it Happened. Luke 5:1-3

Word of God Speak. Luke 5:4-7

Apposite Response. Luke 5:8-9

Fishers of Men. Luke 5:10-11

More than These? John 21:15-19

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Bishop Creek Community Church 10-04-15 “Enter into the Joy of Your Master” is #9 in a series entitled Follow Me!

Matthew 25:21; Philippians 3:12-14

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Bishop Creek Community Church 9-27-15 “True Investment” is #8 in a series entitled Follow Me! 1 Corinthians 4:1-2

Fruitfulness from Faithfulness

Investment

Servants of Christ. 1 Corinthians 4:1

Stewards of the Mysteries of God. 1 Corinthians 4:1-2

Main Point #8: As Spirit filled Servants of Christ, we have been invested with the mysteries of God to share with the world.

Jars of Clay. 2 Corinthians 4:1-9

Character

Entrusted or Encrusted?

Divine Investment. Matthew 5:13-16

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Bishop Creek Community Church 9-20-15 “True Commendation” is #7 in a series entitled Follow Me!

Matthew 25:14-30

A Beautiful Journey Romans 8:28-30

Heaven Tourism

Follow Me! #7 Main Point: The Faithful Journey of True Discipleship Culminates in the Ultimate Commendation, and Perfection of Relationship

A Talented Lot. Matthew 25:14-30

Revelation 19:6-8. Enter into the Joy of your Master

Well Worth it!

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Bishop Creek Community Church 9-13-15 “True Fruit” is #6 in a series entitled Follow Me!

2 Peter 1:1-15

Veneer

Fruit Ephesians 2:10; Philippians 1:6, 2:12-13; Matthew 13:8, 23

Main Point ‘Follow Me!’ #6: As we are faithful to walk the narrow path, abiding in the Spirit we will bear fruit.

The Pursuit of Authentic Fruit. 2 Peter 1:1-15 For Whom. 2 Peter 1:1-2

For By These. 2 Peter 1:3-4

For This Very Reason. 2 Peter 1:5-7

For if These Qualities are Yours. 2 Peter 1:8

For He Who Lacks . 2 Peter 1:9 For in this Way. 2 Peter 1:10-11 Therefore. 2 Peter 1:12-15 Integrity

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Bishop Creek Community Church 9-6-15 “True Community” is #5 in a series entitled Follow Me! Acts 2:42-47

“This is not a generation in which weak Christians will do well.” Gary Thomas

The Need for Discipleship

The Cord of Discipleship. Ecclesiastes 4:9-12 Follow Me! Truth #5 The journey of true discipleship is never walked alone.

A Community of Disciples. Acts 2:37-41

Daily Rhythms. Acts 2:42 ~A Rhythm of the Word ~A Rhythm of Fellowship ~A Rhythm of Identity ~A Rhythm of Prayer

A Rhythm of Generosity. Acts 2:43-45

A Rhythm of Celebration. Acts 2:46-47

True Community…True Discipleship…Together!

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Bishop Creek Community Church 8-30-15 “True Communion” is #4 in a series entitled Follow Me! John 14-17

How Great Thou Art

The Problem with Discipleship. John 14:21, 31, 15:10 Luke 11:46

The Goal of Discipleship. Revelation 19:7-9 Ephesians 5:25-27

Lest We Forget. Philippians 1:6; Hebrews 12:1-2

Follow Me! Truth #4 The journey of true discipleship is never walked alone.

The Silent Shepherd John 14:16-17 John 14:26 John 16:8-11 John 16:13 John 16:14-15

True Communion!

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Bishop Creek Community Church 8-23-15 “True Identity” is #3 in a series entitled Follow Me Luke 14:25-33; Matthew 11:29-30

The Journey Begins

Conditions of Discipleship. Luke 14:25-33

The Tender Invitation. Matthew 11:29-30

We Can Too! Hebrews 12:1-2

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Bishop Creek Community Church 8-16-15 “Follow Me: True Devotion” is #2 in a series entitled Follow Me

1 Timothy 4:7-10; Luke 9:57-62

The Narrow Gate The Journey “Saber Dance”

True Devotion Mark 1:16-18 Mark 2:14-15 Luke 9:57-62

The Four soils. Luke 8:4-15

The Battle of the Will (Self). Romans 7:21-23

Work out! 1 Timothy 4:7-10

The Goal. Romans 8:28-29; 2 Corinthians 3:18

Saber Dance Reprise

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Bishop Creek Community Church 8-9-15 “True Repentance” is #1 in a series entitled Follow Me Matthew 7:13-27

Worst Day Ever!

Matthew 7:13-14. 2 Gates, 2 Ways, 2 Destinations, 2 People

Matthew 7:15-20. 2 Kinds of Trees, 2 Kinds of Fruit

Matthew 7:21-23. 2 Kinds of Judgment Matthew 19:16-22

Matthew 7:24-29. 2 Kinds of Builders, 2 Foundations, 2 Results

Luke 13:22-28. “But we ate and drank in your presence”

Worst Day Ever, or The Right Road!

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Bishop Creek Community Church 8-2-15 “God is ALWAYS God” is #8 in a series entitled ALWAYS True Hebrews 12:28-29; Psalm 40:1-17

ALWAYS True

Tripping Hazards

The Immeasurability of God. Hebrews 12:28-29

ALWAYS True Point #8. Our reverence, awe, honor, and wonder is rightly focused when directed toward the immeasurable, infinite, incomprehensible AWESOME God of Eternity.

God of Wonder. Psalm 40:1-17

The Awe of God?

Always True!

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Bishop Creek Community Church 7-26-15 “God is ALWAYS Victorious” is #7 in a series entitled

Isaiah 54:1-17; Romans 8:31-39

God ALWAYS Wins.

Precision Victory over His Enemies. Joshua 10:1-11

ALWAYS True Point #7: We are forever undefeated under the protection of God’s winning streak!

Victory Over Death. 1 Corinthians 15:50-57

Victory over OUR Enemies. Isaiah 54:1-17

Undefeatable in Christ. Romans 8:31-39

The Last Victory. Revelation 19-20

Always True!

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Bishop Creek Community Church 7-19-15 “God is ALWAYS Shepherd” is #6 in a series entitled ALWAYS True Ezekiel 34:1-31

The Gates of Hades. Matthew 16:18

God is ALWAYS Shepherd. Psalm 23

ALWAYS True Point #6: Our Safety is ALWAYS assured in the constant Shepherding care of God.

The Bad Shepherds. Ezekiel 34:1-10

The Pastoral Fidelity of Yahweh. Ezekiel 34:11-22

The Appointment of the Shepherd Messiah. Ezekiel 34:23-31

The Shepherd has Come. John 10:7-18

Always True!

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Bishop Creek Community Church 7-12-15 “God is ALWAYS Love” is #5 in a series entitled ALWAYS True 1 John 4:7-21

The Compass

ALWAYS True Point #5: Our Hope is Confident in that God’s Actions are ALWAYS Motivated by His Nature of Love.

God is Love. 1 John 4:7-8

Love is from God to Us. 1 John 4:9-10

Love One Another. 1 John 4:11-18

Love is from Us to God. 1 John 4:19

The Admonishment 1 John 4:20-21

Always True!

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Bishop Creek Community Church 7-5-15 Always True: ‘God is ALWAYS Good’ is #4 in a series entitled "ALWAYS True"

Psalm 118:1-29

Changing the Rules

ALWAYS True Point #4: Our Rest is Forever Anchored in the Goodness of God

Goodness: 1. Directed INTO Creation. Genesis 1:31 2. Directed TOWARD Creation. 2 Peter 1:2-3 3. A Refuge FOR Creation. Psalm 31:19, 91:1

Lovingkindness. Lamentations 3:21-22; Psalm 117:1-2

Invitation to Praise God for His Lovingkindness. Psalm 118:1-4

Deliverance from the Enemy. Psalm 118:5-18

Pure Salvation. Psalm 118:19-21

The Future Lovingkindness. Psalm 118:22-27

Thanks for His Lovingkindness. Psalm 118:28-29

Always True! Proverbs 18:10 And Wait! There’s More!

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Bishop Creek Community Church 6-28-15 Always True: ‘God is ALWAYS Glorious’ is #3 in a series entitled Always True Psalm 24:1-10

The Divine Majesty

ALWAYS True Point #3- God’s Glory is Forever Manifested in the Majesty of God!

A Primer on Glory

God’s Glory is Transcendent Psalm 104:1-2. Isaiah 6:1-4, Psalm 19:1 “Immeasurable Vastness of Being”

Light of God’s Glory in Creation. Genesis 1:3-4 “Let there be Light!”

Our Portion of Glory. Ezekiel 40:34; 1 Kings 8:10-11

Radiance of Glory in Christ. John 1:14; Hebrews 1:3

You are created in His glory FOR His glory 2 Thessalonians 2:14

Always True!

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Bishop Creek Community Church 6-21-15 Always True: ‘God is ALWAYS Present’ is #2 in a series entitled Always True Psalm 139:1-24

God Bless You

“Good-Bye”

Always True Point #2: Our Peace is Forever Granted through Relationship with the Eternal, Everlasting, All-Knowing, Ever-Present God

Psalm 139:1-6. Omniscience

Psalm 139:7-12. Omnipresence

Psalm 139:13-18. Omnipotence

Psalm 139:19-24. Omniscience

Always True! Hebrews 13:5-6

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Bishop Creek Community Church 6-14-15 ’God is Always in Control’ is #1 in a series entitled Always True 1 Chronicles 29:11-13

Introduction to ‘Always True’

Knowing God Jeremiah 9:1-3, 23-24

Sovereignty 1 Chronicles 29:11-12 “Yours, O LORD, is the greatness and the power and the glory and the victory and the majesty, indeed everything that is in the heavens and the earth; Yours is the dominion, O LORD, and You exalt Yourself as head over all. Both riches and honor come from You, and You rule over all, and in Your hand is power and might; and it lies in Your hand to make great and to strengthen everyone. Now therefore, our God, we thank You, and praise Your glorious name.”

‘Always True’ Point #1: My security is eternally rooted in the sovereign character of God! God is ALWAYS in control

Counsel of His Will Daniel 4:34-35; Ephesians 1:11

Trusting the Sovereign Matthew 14:22-33

Proverbs 3:5-6 Trust in the LORD with all your heart And do not lean on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge Him, And He will make your paths straight.

Always True Proverbs 20:7

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Bishop Creek Community Church 6-7-15 "A People of a Supreme Legacy” is #7 in a series entitled Legacy Psalm 42-43

Did You Know? What comes to your mind when you think of God is the most important thing about you." - A.W. Tozer.

Key Legacy Point: Our supreme legacy is to be a people in relentless pursuit of intimate communion with the Sovereign God.

Psalm 42:1-5

Psalm 42:6-11

Psalm 43:1-5

Legacy

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Bishop Creek Community Church 5-31-15 “A People Abiding in Christ” is #6 in a series entitled Legacy

John 15:1-11

Did You Know?

Legacy

EKG 1 Samuel 13:14 Psalm 51 1 John 5:2-4

Key Legacy Point: As we abide in Christ we walk in the will and the love of God. The commandments become a lot easier to keep.

Abiding in Christ John 15

Legacy

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Bishop Creek Community Church 5-24-15 Legacy: "A People Serving One Another” is #5 in a series entitled Legacy John 13:1-17

Legacy:

Key Point: We are called to minister to the Body of Christ

The Setting John 13:1-4

The Bedrock of Pride Luke 22:14-27

Two Great Truths John 13:5-11

The Lesson John 13:12-17

Legacy of Walking in Holiness…Together! John 13:34-35

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Bishop Creek Community Church 5-17-15 Legacy: "A People of a More Excellent Way” is #4 in a series entitled Legacy 1 Corinthians 13

Legacy: 1 John 4:7-8 John 13:35

Key Point: As a people of God our lives and achievements are ultimately judged by the presence or absence of love.

Sine Qua Non 1 Corinthians 13:1-3

Encomium to Love 1 Corinthian 13:4-7

The Perpetuity of Love 1 Corinthians 13:8-10

Two Metaphors 1 Corinthians 13:11-12

Blessed Triad 1 Corinthians 13:13

Legacy

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Bishop Creek Community Church 5-10-15 “Legacy: A People of Prayer” is #3 in a series entitled Legacy Matthew 6:5-15

What is the Purpose of Prayer? Key Point: The People of God are to be known as those who call upon God in relationship for the ultimate glory of His Name

My Father’s House Mark 11:15-17

The Mystery of Prayer Matthew 6:5-15 Luke 11:1

Three Umbrella Petitions Matthew 6:9-10

Three Petitions More Matthew 6:11-13

Why Aren’t Prayers Answered?

Legacy

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Bishop Creek Community Church 5-3-15 “Christ the Solid Rock” is #2 in a series entitled Legacy Hebrews 9-10

Communion Currency Hebrews 9:11-14 On Christ, The Solid Rock I Stand” Are You Washed in the Blood? God Bless You! Legacy Key Point: The People of Christ rest securely in the redemptive work of the blood of Christ

A New Covenant Hebrews 9:15, 24-28

Once for All Time Hebrews 10:10-18

The Fruit of that Currency Hebrews 10:19-21

Implications of that purchase Hebrews 10:22-25

A Word of Extreme Caution Hebrews 10:26-29

Legacy

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Bishop Creek Community Church 4-26-15 The Subtleties of Spiritual Warfare

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Bishop Creek Community Church 4-19-15 Doers of the Word James 1:22-25

Obey by loving God and loving people Engage in spiritual warfare Carry out the great commission

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Bishop Creek Community Church 4-12-15 Legacy: “Contend Earnestly for the Faith” is #1 in a series entitled Legacy Jude 1-25

Key Point: Believers are given the great privilege of defending and promoting the truth of God.

Jude 2 Thessalonians 2:3

Contend for the Faith Jude1-4

Clouds Without Water Jude 5-16

Why Contend? Jude 17-19

Marks of Contending Jude 20-23

To God Be the Glory Jude 24-25

Legacy

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Bishop Creek Community Church 4-5-15 War and Peace: “What Does the Cross Mean to Me?” Colossians 1:9-14

Key Point: The Resurrection of Christ from the dead was affirmation of the Father that the atonement of Christ was completely acceptable; Christ had conquered all aspects of death.

He is Risen!

From War to Peace Romans 5:10 Colossians 1:21

A prayer for Believers Colossians 1:9-14

The Benefits of Salvation Eternal Inheritance Colossians 1:12 Ephesians 2:12-13

Transference Colossians 1:13

Eternal Redemption Colossians 1:14

Peace Treaty Hebrews 9:15

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Bishop Creek Community Church 3-29-15 War and Peace: “What Exactly Happened Upon the Cross?” John 3:16-17

Main Point: Upon the Cross Jesus performed the only thing that could be done to end our war with God.

War

Holy Week Luke 19:28-44

War with God Romans 5:10 Colossians 1:21

Messianic Mission John 3:16-17

Atonement Isaiah 53 2 Corinthians 5:21 Hebrews 9:11-15

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Bishop Creek Community Church 3-22-15 “Set Aflame” The Power of the Tongue James 3:1-12

Key Point: The Tongue has incredible power to build up, or to tear down.

The Context and Goal James 3:1-2

Metaphors of Influence James 3:3-4

Simile of Destruction James 3:5-6

Unconquerable Nature of the Tongue James 3:7-8

‘Duel’ Nature of the Tongue James 3:9-12

Honor the Brethren James 4:11-12

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Bishop Creek Community Church 3-15-15 Luke: “Demons in Capernaum” is #16 in a sermon series entitled “Luke: Portrait of the Christ” Luke 4:31-44

Main Point: Jesus has authority and power over sickness and the spiritual realm.

Demons in Capernaum Luke 4:31-37

Peter’s Mother-in-Law Luke 4:38-39

Demonic Affirmation Luke 4:40-41

A Wider Judean Ministry Luke 4:42-44

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Bishop Creek Community Church 3-8-15 Luke: “The Spirit of the Lord is Upon Me” is #15 in a sermon series entitled “Luke: Portrait of the Christ” Luke 4:14-30

Main Point: The Spirit of the Lord has anointed Jesus to accomplish His ministry.

Rite of Passage

A Prophet in His Hometown Luke 4:14-15

In Nazareth Luke 4:16-17

The Message of Liberation Luke 4:18-19

The Sermon Luke 4:20-27

Boiling Point Luke 4:28-30

The Year of the Lord

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Bishop Creek Community Church 3-1-15 Luke: “The Temptation of the Christ” is #14 in a sermon series entitled “Luke: Portrait of the Christ” Luke 4:1-13

Main Point: A genuine work of God will attract the unwholesome attention of Satan, the enemy of God.

A Sympathetic High Priest Hebrews 4:15, 2:17-18

The Wilderness Temptation Luke 4:1-13

Rationalization and Stolen Grace James 1:12-18

Our Temptation 1 Corinthians 10:13 Psalm 119:9-11

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Bishop Creek Community Church 2-22-15 Luke: "You are My Beloved Son!” is #13 in a sermon series entitled “Luke: Portrait of the Christ” Luke 3:21-38; Matthew 3:13-17; John 1:19-34

Main Point: At His Baptism, Jesus was affirmed as the Son of God, Revealed as the long Prophesied Messiah, and Empowered with the Holy Spirit for His Mission.

You are My Beloved Son! Luke 3:21-22

To Fulfill All Unrighteousness Matthew 3:13-17

“Behold, the Lamb of God!” John 1:19-34

Family Tree Luke 3:23-38

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Bishop Creek Community Church 2-15-15 “Luke: Prepare the Way of the Lord” is #12 in a sermon series entitled “Luke: Portrait of the Christ” Luke 3:1-22

MAIN POINT: Both the Sonship and the Messiahship of Christ are ultimately affirmed by God the Father

The Political / Religious Context Luke 3:1-2

The Word of the Lord Comes to John Luke 3:2b-3

The Prophetic Affirmation Luke 3:3-6

The Caution Luke 3:7-9

The Response to His Exhortation Luke 3:10-14

John the Evangelist & The Thresher Luke 3:15-18

The Consequences Luke 3:19-20

The Ultimate Affirmation Luke 3:21-22

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Bishop Creek Community Church 2-8-15 “Luke: In My Father’s House” is #11 in a sermon series entitled “Luke: Portrait of the Christ” Luke 2:41-52

Main Point: Jesus is God, Jesus is the perfect icon of God, Jesus is the perfect manifestation of the will of God, Jesus is the way of God unto salvation, and He is the Image by which we are to be conformed.

Perspective The Fine Print - John 17:17 Illumination - 1 Corinthians 2:12-13

The Anvil of God

The Portrait of Christ Luke 2:41-52

“Better or Worse?”

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Bishop Creek Community Church 2-1-15 An Unashamed Workman Boldly doing the work of ministry by accurate handling of the Word. 2 Timothy 2 John Martindale

Simplicity of the Word 2 Timothy 2:14-26 2 Corinthians 11:3

Follow Teaching 2 Timothy 3:1-17 Be Ready 2 Timothy 4:1-5 Hebrews 4:14-16

Unashamed to really know Him (John 1:1)

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Bishop Creek Community Church 1-25-15 “Luke: In the Days of Herod the King” is #10 in a sermon series entitled “Luke: Portrait of the Christ” Matthew 2:1-23

Main Point: The Gospel Christ Divides

The Dividing Line Luke 2:34-35 Luke 12:51-53

Red Dragon Revelation 12:1-6

The “Inciting” Incident Matthew 2:1-2

Herod’s Heart “revealed” Matthew 2:3-6

Counter Measures Matthew 2:7-8

Acknowledging the True King Matthew 2:9-12

The Flight to Egypt Matthew 2:13-15

Rachel Weeping for Her Children Matthew 2:16-18

He shall be Called a Nazarene Matthew 2:19-23

The Great Divide

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Bishop Creek Community Church 1-18-15 “Luke: The Consolation of Israel” is #9 in a sermon series entitled “Luke: Portrait of the Christ” Luke 2:21-40

Main Point: God affirms through his witness that Jesus is absolutely, positively, without a doubt the long promised Messiah, the consolation of Israel.

Joseph and Mary: Under the Law Luke 2:21-24

Simeon and Divine Affirmation Luke 2:25-35

Anna and Prophetic Affirmation Luke 2:36-38

The Grace of God upon the Christ Luke 2:39-40

The Clearer Picture Develops

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Bishop Creek Community Church 1-11-15 “Broken Window, Open Doors”

2 Kings 22-23

Significance Main Point: In order for us to be significant FOR the kingdom of God, we need to be salt and light

Obstacles to Significance

What’s Wrong with This Picture? 2 Kings 22-23

Deliver us from “Me”-ville

Salt and Light Matthew 5:13-16

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Bishop Creek Community Church 1-4-15 True North in an Upside-Down World

Deuteronomy 6:1-9 Main Point- The People of God are commanded to love God-entirely

The World Around Us

The Great Encounter Mark 12:28-34

The Greatest Commandment Deuteronomy 6:1-9

The Setting Deuteronomy 6:1

The Reasons Deuteronomy 6:2-3

The Creed Deuteronomy 6:4

The Response Deuteronomy 6:5-9

True North

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Bishop Creek Community Church 12-28-14 Immanuel: God With Us is #8 in a sermon series entitled “Luke: Portrait of the Christ”

Matthew 1:18-25, Isaiah 7:14, 9:1-7 Main Point- Only God in Christ could accomplish the plan of redemption

God with Us Matthew 1:18-25

Great Light, Dark Land Isaiah 9:1-5

A Son’s Rule Isaiah 9:6a

Identities Isaiah 9:6b

Scope of Rule Isaiah 9:7 Luke 1:32-33

Prince of Peace

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Bishop Creek Community Church 12-21-14 For the Grace of God Has Appeared Ed Duran

We celebrate the Birth of Jesus (prayer)

For the Grace of God has appeared, bringing Salvation to ALL Men Bible text Titus 2: 11- 14

Scripture Reading Luke 1: 26 – 38

We celebrate the birth of a child

A. No ordinary child, but the Son of God

Today we are living in a time when many are attempting to spiritualize the Bible by considering as distortions, corruptions or allegories anything that does not come easy for the human mind to accept or comprehend as a reality. EPIDEMY OF PRIDE

A. Incarnation, virgin birth, miracles, bodily resurrection, trinity, word.

B. However these things are essential to Christianity.

C. The KEY principle upon which these truths rest is the fact that Nothing is Impossible for God. O.T. and N.T. teachings validate this principle.

D. Jeremiah 32: 17, 27 Matthew 19: 26

E. Isaiah 55: 8, 9 Matthew 11: 25 Romans 11: 33-34

F. Over 300 O.T. prophecies were given regarding Jesus coming.

-Jews (experts in O.T.) did not recognize Jesus. Isaiah 53:3 John 7:5, 48

G. John 1:14, 17

2 Timothy 1:8–10 Titus 2:11–14 Notice TWO appearings

A. One is history (through the birth, the cross, resurrection)

-Christmas to Easter Morning-

B. Second appearing we call the Blessed Hope (2000 yrs later)

C. This is the only good solution for a war-torn, weary, troubled world.

D. For many students of scripture this Blessed Hope, appearing of glory is drawing near

v. 12 What grace leading to salvation teaches

A. Salvation is transforming and transformation (new birth) produces a new life in which the power of sin has been broken. 2 Corinthians 5:17 Ephesians 2:8–10

B. Altered allegiance to self, those important to us, and the world.

C. When we give in intellectually, emotionally and will fully to God and His word we can be set free from slavery to sin and the opinion to of others. Romans 12:2

D. Living responsible, honorable and God-fearing Titus 2:6–8

v. 13 2 Distinct Appearings

A. The first appearing is called the appearing of the GRACE of our Lord Jesus.

B. The second is the appearing of His Glory

C. In between comes what has been called the Age of Grace -What the Jews saw- John the Baptist

D. Appearing (grk. Epiphany) means a shining forth.

E. NEB Titus 2: 11 The grace of God has dawned upon the world.

-beautiful description of Christmas -first subject on God’s agenda is not judgment, but LOVE -v. 11 is not that all men will be saved, but that all men can be saved

v. 14 The KEY is a people of God for His own possession.

A. The mystery of the Christian message is that the God who became incarnate in Bethlehem is willing and able to become a living God inside of us as individuals.

B. Salvation is not an empty creed that we blindly follow, but a living Lord at work in us.

C. It is a transformed heart and life.

This what Christmas means.

A. An altered allegiance

B. Beginning of a lawful life

C. He came to be a Savior: to give a salvation right where you are in your place of need and to accept you as you are, and to cause change in you.

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Bishop Creek Community Church 12-14-14 Luke: Gloria en Excelsis Deo is #7 in a sermon series entitled “Luke: Portrait of the Christ”

Luke 2:1-21 Main Point: God deserves glory for delivering his plan of redemption to his elect

The Word Became Flesh Luke 2:1-7 John 1:1-2, 14

Best News Ever Luke 2:8-9

Anthem of Adoration Luke 2:10-14

The Nativity Scene Luke 2:15-20

Jesus=Savior Luke 2:21

Prince of Peace

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Bishop Creek Community Church 12-7-14 Luke: The Fullness of Time is #6 in a sermon series entitled “Luke: Portrait of the Christ” Luke 2:1-7

Long Promised Messiah Genesis 3:15 Isaiah 9:6-7 Isaiah 61:1 Micah 5:2-5a Matthew 1:20-21

The Fullness of Time Galatians 4:1-7 Romans Influences

Greek Influences

Jewish Influences

Right on Time Luke 2:1-7

Therefore…

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Bishop Creek Community Church 11-30-14 “Great is the Lord! And, Greatly to be Praised!" Psalm 145

YHWH Psalm 145:1-3 Theme…Main Point

Power Psalm 145:6-8

Goodness and Righteousness Psalm 145:7-9

The Kingdom Psalm 145:10-13

Daily Bread Psalm 145:14-17

The Nearness (The Presence of God) Psalm 145:18-20

Therefore… Psalm 145:21

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Bishop Creek Community Church 11-23-14 “Praise the Lord for His Mercies" Jeremy Plum Psalm 103

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Bishop Creek Community Church 11-16-14 “His Name is John" is #5 in a sermon series entitled “Luke: Portrait of the Christ”

Luke 1:57-80

Review/Background

His Name is John Luke 1:57-66

The Benedictus of Zecharias Luke 1:67-75

Prophetic Dedication Luke 1:76-79

Thirty Years On… (or So) Luke 1:80

The Clearer Picture of Christ

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Bishop Creek Community Church 11-9-14 “The Magnificat" is #4 in a sermon series entitled “Luke: Portrait of the Christ” Luke 1:46-56

Review/Background

A Very Logical Response Luke 1:46-47

God’s Goodness to Mary Luke 1:48

The Essence of God Luke 1:49-50

The Essences Revealed to Man Luke 1:51-53

Israel Remembered (Covenant Fulfilled) Luke 1:54-55 Genesis 17:7,19; 22:15-18

Mary’s Return Luke 1:56

The Clearer Picture of Christ

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Bishop Creek Community Church 11-2-14 “Favor with God" is #3 in a sermon series entitled “Luke: Portrait of the Christ” Luke 1:26-45

Review/Background

Genesis 3:15, Isaiah 7:14; Isaiah 9:6-7

Favor in Nazareth Luke 1:26-29

The Good News Luke 1:31-33

The “Mechanics” of it All Luke 1:34-35 “The Power of the Most High”

A Verifying Sign Luke 1:36-37

The Right Response Luke 1:38

Blessed Assurance Luke 1:39-45

The Clearer Picture of Christ

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Bishop Creek Community Church 10-26-14 “A Long Silence Broken" is #2 in a sermon series entitled “Luke: Portrait of the Christ” Luke 1:5-25

Review

“Crickets” Isaiah 40:3; Malachi 3:1

Barrenness Luke 1:5-7

Just Another Day? Luke 1:8-10 Setting: Evening Temple Offering

And So It Begins Luke 1:11-20

A Muted Response Luke 1:21-23

End of the Barren Years Luke 1:24-25

The Clearer Picture of Christ

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Bishop Creek Community Church 10-19-14 “The Exact Truth" “The Exact Truth” is # 1 in a sermon series entitled “Luke: Portrait of the Christ”

Luke 1:1-4

“Long Search for Truth…or not!”

The Purpose of the Gospels

Luke- the Man

The Overture Luke 1:1 Luke 1:2 Luke 1:3 Luke 1:4 God’s Plan- Luke 24:44-49 Christ and Salvation- Luke 19:10 The New Community- Luke 1:14-17

Epic of Truth

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Bishop Creek Community Church 10-12-14 “Dressed for Success" Romans 6:1-14

“Formal Attire Only!” Matthew 22:1-14

A Change of Identity Romans 6:1-14 Galatians 3:26-29

Sartorially Deficient

Dressed for Success Galatians 13:14 Revelation 7:9, 14 Revelation 22:14

The Clothes We Now Wear

The Flannel Board Acts 8:36-38

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Bishop Creek Community Church 10-5-14 “The Root of Bitterness" Philemon 1-25

The Salutation Philemon 1-3

The Affirmation Philemon 4-7

The Appeal Philemon 8-16

“Charge it to My Account” Philemon 17-20

The Expectation Philemon 21

The Future Request Philemon 22

The Valediction Philemon 23-25

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Bishop Creek Community Church 9-28-14 “Fear of the Lord. Beginning of Wisdom." Part 1 Ecclesiastes 12:13-14 Jeremy Plum

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Bishop Creek Community Church 9-21-14 “The Fruit of the Great Commission" Matthew 28:18-20 Ken Cluff

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Bishop Creek Community Church 9-14-14 “A Worm and Divine Correction"

4 in a Series on Jonah: God’s Errant Dove

Jonah 4 How Much Grace?

Fairy Tale?

Jonah’s Response to God’s Response (Mercy). Jonah 4:1-3

A Valid Question from the Sovereign. Jonah 4:4

The Hopeful Pout. Jonah 4:5

Object lesson: The Divine Correction of a Disqualified Prophet Regarding The Sovereignty of God- Cue the Plant. Jonah 4:6

Cue the Worm. Jonah 4:7

Cue the Wind. Jonah 4:8

A Bad Seed. Jonah 4:9-10

God Justifies His Actions (Not that he had to!). Jonah 4:11

3 Things Jonah should have Learned

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Bishop Creek Community Church 9-7-14 “A Holey Prophet and Divine Election"

3 in a Series on Jonah: God’s Errant Dove

Jonah 3

Resisting Jonah 1

Re-connecting Jonah 2

Rejected (But in a good way!) Jonah 2:10

“Current” Events Re-commissioning Jonah 3:1-4

Re-generating Jonah 3:5-9 The Grassroots Response

The King’s Decree

God’s Relent Jonah 3:10

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Bishop Creek Community Church 8-31-14 “A Digestive Man and Divine Reflection”

2 in a Series on Jonah: God’s Errant Dove

Jonah 2

It’s Not About the Fish! Jonah 1:17 Jonah 2:1, 2:10

Facing God…Again. Jonah 2:1

The Contemplative Prophet Digesting God’s Sovereignty. Jonah 2:2-3

A Rededication from the Pit. Jonah 2:4-7

Who’s On First?”. Jonah 2:8

“Can I buy a vow?”. Jonah 2:9

Onward and, um,… Upward?. Jonah 2:10

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Bishop Creek Community Church 8-24-14 “A Wayward Man and Divine Direction”

1 in a Series on Jonah: God’s Errant Dove

Jonah 1 Introduction ~Themes

“Mission Impossible.” Jonah 1:1-2

The Right Man in the Wrong Direction. Jonah 1:3

A Sovereign God Takes Issue. Jonah 1:4-6

The Third Degree. Jonah 1:7-9

An Appropriate Response. Jonah 1:10-13

Jonah’s First Converts. Jonah 1:14-16

A Sovereign Appointment. Jonah 1:17

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Bishop Creek Community Church 8-17-14 “The Spirit of Truth: The Parakletos-The One Called Alongside to Help”

12 in a series entitled "The Spirit of Truth"

Galatians 5:16-25 Introduction

Isaiah 5:1-7a

John 15:1-11

Matthew 7:15-20

Galatians 5:16-25 Main Point: Subsequent to salvation, there is a divine expectation of (continued and growing) manifestation of the Spirit in a person’s life

Fostering Fruit Production

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Bishop Creek Community Church 8-10-14 “The Spirit of Truth: The Spirit of Grace”

11 in a series entitled "The Spirit of Truth"

Ephesians 4:11-16

Introduction

The Orchestra

The Broad Spectrum and the Great Divide

The Anointing Exodus 28:41, 40:13-15 Psalm 133 1 Samuel 16:11-13

The Purpose of Gifts Main Point: The Spirit imparts gifts to believers at the point of conversion in order to help fulfill the Great Commission ~MAKING DISCIPLES! • 1 Corinthians 12:6-7, 11, 18

• Ephesians 4:11-13

• 1 Peter 4:10

Testing the Spirits 1 John 4:1

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Bishop Creek Community Church 8-3-14 “The Spirit of Truth: Good Spirit”

10 in a series entitled "The Spirit of Truth"

Ephesians 1:13-14, 2 Corinthians 1:21-22, 5:5

Introduction

The Seal- Ownership, Identification, Protection Ephesians 4:30

Ephesians 1:13-14

The Pledge- The First Installment, Deposit, Guarantee 2 Corinthians 1:21-22

2 Corinthians 5:5

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Bishop Creek Community Church 7-27-14 “The Spirit of Truth: The Spirit of Judgment”

9 in a series entitled "The Spirit of Truth"

Matthew 12:22-32

Introduction Review of Last Week

Blasphemy of the Holy Spirit Matthew 12:22-32, Mark 3:29, Luke 12:10

Flannel Board Example-Acts 8

Grieving the Holy Spirit Ephesians 4:14-6:7

Quenching the Holy Spirit 1 Thessalonians 5:19

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How are we responding?

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Bishop Creek Community Church 7-20-14 “The Spirit of Truth: The Spirit of Glory”

8 in a series entitled "The Spirit of Truth"

John 16:7-15 Introduction The Spirit Promised by Christ. John 16:7

The Spirit’s Mission John 16:7-15

Conviction to the World. John 16:8-11 ~Concerning Sin

~Concerning Righteousness

~Concerning Judgment

~The Agent, the Word, and the Vehicle. John 14:12

~The Four Soils. Matthew 13:18-23 1 Thessalonians 1:5, 1 Corinthians 6:11, Titus 3:5-7

To the Believer in Christ. John 16:12-15

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Bishop Creek Community Church 7-13-14 “The Spirit of Truth: The Spirit of Holiness”

7 in a series entitled "The Spirit of Truth"

1 Corinthians 3:16-17, 6:11,15-20 Review- Baptism & Receiving

The Spirit of Holiness ~ The Perfect Dwelling- Primordial Edenic Temple

The Spirit Comes To the Tabernacle. Exodus 40:1-38 To the Temple. 1 Kings 8:6-11

The Spirit Leaves. Ezekiel 8-11

The Incarnate Dwelling in Christ. John 1:14, 1 Corinthians 12:13

The Indwelling. 1 Peter 2:4-5 ~Corporate. 1 Corinthians 3:16-17

~Individual. 1 Corinthians 6:11, 15-20

Implications of the Indwelling. Ephesians 2:19-22

Future Dwelling. Revelation 21:3, 22

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Bishop Creek Community Church 7-06-14 “The Spirit of Truth: The Power of the Highest”

6 in a series entitled "The Spirit of Truth"

Acts 1:4-8, 2:1-13 Vessels

Pouring Out of the Holy Spirit Joel 28:28-29:2; Acts 2:33, 10:44-45, Titus 3:5-7

Receiving the Holy Spirit John 20:21-22; Acts 2:38; Ephesians 1:13-14

Anointing of the Holy Spirit 1 John 2:20, 27

Baptism in the Spirit Matthew 3:11; Mark 1:8; Luke 3:16; John 1:33; Acts 1:5 (Acts 11:16) Romans 6:1-7 1 Corinthians 12:13

Indwelling of the Spirit John 14:16; Romans 8:9

Filling of the Spirit Ephesians 5:18-21

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John 4:7-14 John 7:37-39

The Vessel

Acts 1:5-8, 2:1-13

Pouring out of the Spirit Joel 2:28. • Pentecost and the Day of the Lord. Partial Fulfillment at Pentecost • To both those who would believe who were Gentiles and Jews

Acts 2:33 • Christ is the Baptizer, using the Holy Spirit- (Acts 1:5) • Begun in Jerusalem, Joel Prophecy Furthered in Caesarea (Gentiles)

Acts 10:44-45

Titus 3:5-7

Receive the Spirit John 20:21-22 • Pre Pentecost. • This is not their indwelling. He has not been glorified- So Had not been given • The Spirit upon them. As in OT • Perhaps a prophecy • Passive- receive it. You don’t earn it or plead for it

Acts 2:38 • Seemingly…Another Baptism, but NOT --into Christ • The gift comes free with purchase; the purchase of your life • You have been bought with a great price…Free gift • This free gift is the Baptism of the Holy Spirit • The pouring out, and reception into YOU of the Spirit

Ephesians 1:13-14. • Belief “into Christ” John 3:16 brings salvation, and the Spirit

Anointing of the Spirit: The Spirit of God resting upon for empowerment to do his will 1 John 2:20 1 John 2:27

Baptism in the Spirit Matthew 3:11 Mark 1:8 Luke 3:16 John 1:33 Acts 1:5 Acts 11:16 1 Corinthians 12:13

Indwelling of the Spirit John 14:16 Romans 8:9

Filling of the Spirit Ephesians 5:18-21

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Bishop Creek Community Church 6-29-14 “The Spirit of Truth: The Spirit of Life”

5 in a series entitled "The Spirit of Truth"

Luke 1:26-38 The Brooding Spirit in the New Testament

People John the Baptist. Luke 1:15-17 Elizabeth. Luke 1:41 Zacharias. Luke 1:67 Simeon. Luke 2:25-26

Incarnation Luke 1:26-38

Baptism of Christ Luke 3:22 Matthew 3:14-17 John 1:32 Acts 10:38 Luke 4:14

Leading into the Wilderness Luke 4:1

Mission Luke 4:14, 18 Hebrews 9:11-14

Resurrection Romans 8:11

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Bishop Creek Community Church 6-22-14 “The Spirit of Truth: The Spirit of Prophecy”

4 in a series entitled "The Spirit of Truth"

Joel 2:28-32 “Let There Be Light!”

Review

The Promise of the Holy Spirit

Regarding the Christ Isaiah 11:1-5,10 Isaiah 42:1-4 Isaiah 61:1-3 Fulfillment- Matthew 3:15-17

Regarding Israel Isaiah 63:7-19 Isaiah 44:3-5 Ezekiel 36:25-27 Fulfillment-Romans 11:25

Regarding All Flesh Joel 2:28-32 John 14:16-17, 25-26 John 16:7-14 Acts 1:5-8 Fulfilled (partially)- Acts 2 ~Gentiles: Acts 8:29-40, 10:34,44-45, 11:16-17

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Bishop Creek Community Church 6-15-14 “The Spirit of Truth: Eternal Spirit”

3 in a series entitled "The Spirit of Truth"

Exodus 31:1-11; 35:30-36:2 Review

Divisiveness

The Ruach of YHWH

Evidences of Pre-Pentecostal Work (Power and Empowerment) of the Holy Spirit

Creation- Inanimate, Animate and Spiritual Psalm 104:27-31; 33:6

Supernatural Giftings for Service Exodus 31:1-11; 35:30-36:2 (Bezalel)

Feats of Strength or Leadership Judges 14-15 (Samson) Numbers 27:18 (Joshua)

Prophecy (Instruction) Ezekiel 2:2 1 Samuel 10:1, 6-13 (Saul)

Instruction Nehemiah 9:20; Psalm 143:10; Job 32:8

Bandwidth

The Future Hope

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Bishop Creek Community Church 6-8-14 “The Spirit of Truth: The Breath of the Almighty”

2 in a series entitled "The Spirit of Truth"

Job 34:14-15 Introduction

The Personhood of the Holy Spirit

Transcendence of Truth

Powerful References

Nature and Power of the Spirit Genesis 1:2

Job 33:4, 34:14-15

John 20:22

2 Timothy 3:16-17

2 Peter 1:20-21

Ephesians 5:17-21

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The Holy Spirit is the primary manifestation-presence of Trinity in the Church age bearing His Will, His Power and His Authority. Genesis 1:1-2 1 In the beginning God created the heavens and the earth. 2 The earth was formless and void, and darkness was over the surface of the deep, and the Spirit of God was moving over the surface of the waters.

Job 33:4 “The Spirit of God has made me, And the breath of the Almighty gives me life.

Job 34:14 “If He should determine to do so, If He should gather to Himself His spirit and His breath, 15 All flesh would perish together, And man would return to dust.

John 20:22 And when He had said this, He breathed on them and *said to them, “Receive the Holy Spirit."

2 Timothy 3:16 All Scripture is inspired by God and profitable for teaching, for reproof, for correction, for training in righteousness; 17 so that the man of God may be adequate, equipped for every good work.

2 Peter 1:20-21 20 But know this first of all, that no prophecy of Scripture is a matter of one’s own interpretation, 21 for no prophecy was ever made by an act of human will, but men moved by the Holy Spirit spoke from God.

Ephesians 5:17-21 17 So then do not be foolish, but understand what the will of the Lord is. 18 And do not get drunk with wine, for that is dissipation, but be filled with the Spirit, 19 speaking to one another in psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, singing and making melody with your heart to the Lord; 20 always giving thanks for all things in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ to God, even the Father; 21 and be subject to one another in the fear of Christ.

John 3:8 “The wind blows where it wishes and you hear the sound of it, but do not know where it comes from and where it is going; so is everyone who is born of the Spirit.”

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Bishop Creek Community Church 6-1-14 “The Spirit of Truth: The Spirit of the LORD”

1 in a series entitled "The Spirit of Truth"

Acts 5:1-11

Introduction to this Series

Why would we do this Series?

Confusions and Misconceptions

Historical Confessions ~Double Procession- A Royal Procession ~Economic Subordination

Biblical Confirmations He is God Acts 5:1-11; Genesis 1:2

The Holy Spirit Empowers Psalm 104:30; Job 34:14-15

The Holy Spirit Purifies John 16:7-15

The Holy Spirit Reveals 1 Corinthians 2:10

The Holy Spirit Unifies Philippians 2:1-2

The Holy Spirit Bears Fruit

Important? John 7:37-38

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Bishop Creek Community Church 5-18-14 “A Call to Holiness: Vessels, Set Apart”

3 in the series "Be Holy for I Am Holy"

2 Timothy 2:19-23 Review

Goal for Today

Definitions

Vessels, Set Apart Exodus 40:9-10 2 Timothy 2:19-23

How Are We Sanctified? Philippians 2:12-13

Something on our Part Romans 12:1-2

Divine Agents John 17:17 Romans 8:5-8, 13, 23 Galatians 5:16-18

“Be Holy” Leviticus 19:2, 11:44-45, 1 Peter 1:14-16

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Bishop Creek Community Church 5-11-14 “A Call to Holiness: The Heart of Unholiness”

2 in the series "Be Holy for I Am Holy"

Mark 7:21-23; Galatians 5:17-21 Introduction

The Monkey Trap

The Call to Holiness (Last Week) 1 Peter 1:14-16

The Seat of Sin Mark 7:21-23 Jeremiah 17:9-10

Sin, Self and the art of Uncompromised and Justified Hedonism (Huh?) Colossians 3:5 Galatians 5:17-21 Romans 6-8

“Our Bottles” Habakkuk 1:13

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Bishop Creek Community Church 5-4-14 “A Call to Holiness: Be Holy for I Am Holy”

1 in the series "Be Holy for I Am Holy"

Isaiah 6 Introduction

A Call to Holiness Leviticus 19:2, 11:44-45

What is Holiness?

The Purpose of Holiness

The Measure of Holiness Isaiah 6

“Where are You?”

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Bishop Creek Community Church 4-27-14 “Romans: The Gospel Road: EXIT”

29 in a series on Romans: The Gospel Road

Romans 16:1-27 Introduction

A Sound Commendation Romans 16:1-2

A Sacred Greeting Romans 16:3-16

A Solemn Warning Romans 16:17-20

Corinthian Credits Romans 16:21-24

A Doxology Romans 16:25-27

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Bishop Creek Community Church 4-20-14 “The Last Enemy”

1 Corinthians 15

Introduction “He is Risen!”

The Great Cosmic Battle Genesis 2:16-17; 3:15, 23-24 (pew Bible, O.T. p. 2)

The Good News 1 Corinthians 15:1-4 Isaiah 53:4-6

The Last Enemy 1 Corinthians 15:20-26 (pew Bible, N.T. p. 138-139)

Death is Swallowed up in Victory 1 Corinthians 15:50-58

The Final Round Revelation 20:10, 14-15 2 Corinthians 5:21

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Bishop Creek Community Church 4-13-14 “Construction Ahead”

28 in a series on Romans: The Gospel Road

Romans 15:14-33 Review and Introduction

Insights and Authority of an Apostle Romans 15:14-21

A Minor Detour Romans 15:22-29

Pray for Me for Safe-keeping Romans 15:30-33

Hard Hat Area

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Bishop Creek Community Church 4-13-14 “Merge”

27 in a series on Romans: The Gospel Road

Romans 15:1-13 Review and Introduction

One Mind, One Accord, One Another, One Voice in Worship Romans 15:1-6

Accepting One Another in the Spirit of Christ Romans 15:8-12

Crescendo Romans 15:13

Auditions?

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Bishop Creek Community Church 3-30-14 “Slow Down!”

26 in a series on Romans: The Gospel Road

Romans 14:1-23 Review and Introduction

“Hard to Stomach” Romans 14:1-4

Holy “Daze” Romans 14:5-9

Conscience Matters Romans 14:10-12

Charity in Non-Essentials Romans 14:13-23

GPS-Godly Positioning System Romans 15:4

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Bishop Creek Community Church 3-23-14 “Drive Safely!”

25 in a series on Romans: The Gospel Road

Romans 13:1-7 Review and Introduction

Principles of Authority Romans 13:1 Ephesians 5:21 Hebrews 13:17 1 Peter 2:13

Penalty of Authority Romans 13:2

Purpose of Authority Romans 13:3

Product of Authority Romans 13:4

Presumption of Authority Romans 13:5

Provision of Authority Romans 13:6

Payment of Authority Romans 13:7 1 Timothy 2:1 Jeremiah 29:7

Problem of Authority Acts 5:27-32 Matthew 28:18-20 Daniel 1, 3, 6

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Bishop Creek Community Church 3-16-14 “Bridge (to the World)”

24 in a series on Romans: The Gospel Road

Romans 12:17-13:14

Review and Introduction

Mind-Shift Romans 12:17-21

Governmental Obedience Romans 13:1-7

“You Mean, It’s Biblical?” Romans 13:8-10

Get Up and Get Dressed Romans 13:11-14

Onward Christian Soldiers!!

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Bishop Creek Community Church 3-9-14 “Look Both Ways” Romans 12:3-16

23 in a series on Romans: The Gospel Road

Review and Introduction

A Measure of Humility Romans 12:3

A Measure of Purpose Romans 12:4-8

A Measure of Devotion Romans 12:9-13

A Measure of Blessing Romans 12:14-16

A Measure of Faith??

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Bishop Creek Community Church 3-2-14 “Road Narrows” Romans 12:1-2

22 in a series on Romans: The Gospel Road

Review and Introduction

The Road So Far Romans 1-8

Israel Romans 9-11

The Road Ahead Romans 12-16

Consecration of the Body Romans 12:1 The Ground of Consecration The Character of Consecration

Consecration of the Mind Romans 12:2 The Demand of Consecration The Effect of Consecration

The Agent of Consecration

Are We Consecrated??

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Bishop Creek Community Church 2-23-14 “Behold the Love of God” 1 John 3:1-3 Ken Cluff

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Bishop Creek Community Church 2-16-14 “The Greatest and Foremost Commandment” Mark 12:28-34 Introduction

Mark 12:28. The Challenge

Mark 12:29-31. The Response Deuteronomy 6:4-5

Exodus 20:3-17. The Basis (The Ten Commandments)

2 Kings 23. The Example- “Reformed Theology”

Mark 12:32-33. The Affirmation

Mark 12:34. The Status

Conclusion

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Bishop Creek Community Church 2-9-14 “Evangelical Convictions: Ambassadors for Christ” 2 Corinthians 5:16-6:2

12 in a series entitled Evangelical Convictions: EFCA’s DNA

Evangelical Convictions- Series Review

What is a Conviction?

Truth from the Mouth of God Brings Life Genesis 2:16-17

Thorns in the Garden Bring Death Genesis 3:1-6

Ahh, the Promise…the Fulfilled Promise Genesis 3:15

Called to Give a Defense 1 Peter 3:15

Ministers of Reconciliation 2 Corinthians 5:16-6:2

Are you Convicted?

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Bishop Creek Community Church 2-2-14 “Evangelical Convictions: Response and Eternal Destiny” Revelation 20:11-15, 21:5-8

11 in a series entitled Evangelical Convictions: EFCA’s DNA

Introduction

We believe that God commands everyone everywhere to believe the gospel by turning to Him in repentance and receiving the Lord Jesus Christ. We believe that God will raise the dead bodily and judge the world, assigning the unbeliever to condemnation and eternal conscious punishment and the believer to eternal blessedness and joy with the Lord in the new heaven and the new earth, to the praise of His glorious grace. Amen.

God Commands Everyone Everywhere to Believe Luke 24:46-47; John 6:26; Mark 1:15; Matthew 4:19; John 5:24

God Will Raise the Dead Bodily and Judge the World Matthew 25:31-33; John 5:28-29

The Unbeliever to Condemnation and Eternal Punishment Matthew 25:46; Revelation 20:11-15

The Believer to Eternal Blessedness and Joy Revelation 21:5-8

To the Praise of His Glorious Grace Genesis 3:15

We believe that God commands everyone everywhere (Acts 20:20) to believe the gospel (Mk. 1:15; Jn. 6:29; 8:24; 11:26; 14:1; 20:31; Acts 16:31; Rom. 3:22; 10:14; Gal. 3:22; 1 Tim. 1:16; 1 Pet. 1:8; 1 Jn. 3:23) by turning to Him in repentance (Isa. 55:6-7; Lk. 24:47; Acts 2:37-38; 3:19; 14:15; 20:21; 26:17,18; Rom. 2:4; 2 Cor. 7:9-10) and receiving the Lord Jesus Christ (Jn. 1:12). • God commands everyone everywhere • To believe the gospel • By turning to Him in repentance and receiving the Lord Jesus Christ
We believe that God will raise the dead bodily (Isa. 26:19; Dan. 12:2; 1 Cor. 15; 1 Thess. 4:13-18; Rev. 20:13) and judge the world (Ecc. 12:14; Matt. 12:36; 26:31- 32; Acts 17:31; Rom. 14:10; 2 Cor. 5:10; 2 Tim. 4:1; Rev. 20:12). • God will raise the dead bodily • Judge the world
We believe God will assign the unbeliever to condemnation and eternal conscious punishment (Matt. 25:46; Lk. 16:26; Jn. 5:25-29; 2 Thess. 1:9; Rev. 14:11; 21:6,8; 22:14,15). • Unbeliever • Condemnation • Eternal conscious punishment
We believe God will assign the believer to eternal blessedness and joy with the Lord (Matt. 25:34, 46; Jn. 5:25-29; 14:2; Rev. 21:1-3), in the new heaven and the new earth (Isa. 65:17; 66:22; Rom. 8:19-21; Heb. 12:26;27; 2 Pet. 3:13; Rev. 21:1; 22:3). • Believer • Eternal blessedness and joy with the Lord • New heavens and the new earth
We believe this is all to the praise of His glorious grace (Eph. 1:6, 12). Amen. • To the praise of His glorious grace • Amen

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Bishop Creek Community Church 1-26-14 “The Day of the Lord” Ed Duran 2 Peter 3:3-15 & Selected Passages

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Bishop Creek Community Church 1-19-14 “Evangelical Convictions: Christ’s Return”

10 in a series entitled Evangelical Convictions: EFCA’s DNA

Matthew 24:29-44 Introduction

Christ’s Return We believe in the personal, bodily and premillennial return of our Lord Jesus Christ. The coming of Christ, at a time known only to God, demands constant expectancy and, as our blessed hope, motivates the believer to godly living, sacrificial service and energetic mission.

Characteristics of the Return of Christ Matthew 24:30-35, Revelation 20:1-10

God only Knows the Time and Date Matthew 24:36-41; Mark 13:32

Constant Expectation Matthew 24:42-43

The Motivating Factor Matthew 24:44

Characteristics of the Return of Christ We believe in the personal, bodily (Matt. 24:30; 26:64; Acts 1:11; Rev. 1:7) and premillennial (Rev. 20:1-10) return of our Lord Jesus Christ (Matt. 25:31; Tit. 2:13; 2 Thess. 1:6-8; Rev. 19:11-21). • personal • bodily • premillennial

God only Knows the Time and Date We believe the coming of Christ will occur at a time known only to God the Father (Matt. 24:36; Mk. 13:32).

Constant Expectation We believe the coming of Christ requires constant expectancy (Matt. 24:42-51; Rom. 13:11-14; 1 Thess. 5:1-11; Js. 5:8-9; 2 Pet. 3:10-14; Rev. 3:3).

The Motivating Factor We believe the coming of Christ, as our blessed hope (Tit. 2:13), motivates the believer to godly living, sacrificial service and energetic mission (2 Thess. 1:6-8; 2 Tim. 4:8; Tit. 2:14; Heb. 9:28; 1 Jn. 3:2-3; 2 Pet. 3:10-14). • Blessed hope • Motivates the believer • Godly living, sacrificial service and energetic mission

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Bishop Creek Community Church 1-12-14 “Evangelical Convictions: Christian Living”

9 in a series entitled Evangelical Convictions: EFCA’s DNA

1 Peter 1:14-15 Christian Living We believe that God's justifying grace must not be separated from His sanctifying power and purpose. God commands us to love Him supremely and others sacrificially, and to live out our faith with care for one another, compassion toward the poor and justice for the oppressed. With God’s Word, the Spirit’s power and fervent prayer in Christ’s name, we are to combat the spiritual forces of evil. In obedience to Christ’s commission, we are to make disciples among all people, always bearing witness to the gospel in word and deed.

Inseparability of Grace and Sanctity 1 Peter 1:14-15 Romans 6

Loving God and Others Matthew 22:37-39

“One Another”s

Spiritual Warfare Ephesians 6:10-18

Making Disciples Matthew 28:18-20

A Life of Testimony Acts 1:8

Inseparability of Grace and Sanctity We believe God's justifying grace must not be separated from His sanctifying power and purpose (Matt. 7:17-18; 12:33, 35; Heb. 11:6; Eph. 2:10; 1 Cor. 10:31; Col. 3:17, 23; 2 Thess. 2:13; 5:23; 2 Cor. 5:17; 1 Jn. 2:29; 3:9; 5:18; 2 Cor. 3:18; Tit. 3:5; 1 Cor. 6:11; Rom. 6:11, 14; 1 Pet. 1:15; Phil. 2:12-13; Heb. 12:1, 14; Rom. 6; 2 Tim. 1:9; Js. 2:17; 1 Pet. 2:24; 2 Pet. 1:3-11). • Justifying grace • Sanctifying power and purpose Loving God and Others Love Him supremely and others sacrificially (Dt. 6:5; Lev 19:18; Matt. 22:37-39; Mk. 12:30; Lk. 10:27). • Love God supremely • Love others sacrificially One Anothers We believe God commands us to We believe that, in loving God supremely and others sacrificially, we are to live out our faith with care for one another (Rom. 12:10; 14:13; 15:7, 14; Gal. 5:26; Eph. 4:32; 1 Thess. 3:12; 5:11, 15; Heb. 10:24-25; 1 Pet. 4:9), compassion toward the poor (Dt. 15:11; Psa. 82:3,4; Psa. 140:12; Prov. 14:21,31; 19:17; 22:9,16,22,23; 28:8; 29:7; 31:8,9; Jer. 22:16; Gal. 2:10; Js. 1:27) and justice for the oppressed (Ex. 23:6; Lev. 19:15; Psa. 82:3,4; 140:12; Prov. 29:7; 31:9; Isa. 1:17; Jer. 9:24; Mic. 6:8; Zech. 7:9,10; Matt. 23:23; Luke 4:18). • Live out our faith • Care for “one another” • Compassion for the poor • Justice for the oppressed Spiritual Warfare We believe that with God’s Word, the Spirit’s power, and fervent prayer in Christ’s name (Eph. 6:10-18), we (Heb. 3:13; 10:25), are to combat the spiritual forces of evil (2 Cor. 10:3-5; Eph. 6:11, 12; 2 Tim. 4:7; 1 Jn. 5:3-4). • God’s Word, the Spirit’s power, and fervent prayer in Christ’s name • Combat spiritual forces of evil Making Disciples We believe that, in obedience to Christ’s commission, we are to make disciples among all people (Matt. 28:19; Jn. 20:21; Rev. 7:9). • Obedience to Christ’s commission • Make disciples among all people A Life of Testimony We believe that as we make disciples, we are always bearing witness to the gospel (Acts 1:8) in word and deed (Matt. 5:13-16). • Always bearing witness • In word and deed

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Bishop Creek Community Church 1-5-14 “Evangelical Convictions: The Church”

8 in a series entitled Evangelical Convictions: EFCA’s DNA

Acts 2:42-47

The Church We believe that the true church comprises all who have been justified by God’s grace through faith alone in Christ alone. They are united by the Holy Spirit in the body of Christ, of which He is the Head. The true church is manifest in local churches, whose membership should be composed only of believers. The Lord Jesus mandated two ordinances, baptism and the Lord’s Supper, which visibly and tangibly express the gospel. Though they are not the means of salvation, when celebrated by the church in genuine faith, these ordinances confirm and nourish the believer.

Introduction Matthew 16:13-18

True Church John 17:11, 20-23; 1 Cor. 3:16

Headship Of Christ Ephesians 1:22-23; 4:15-16

Local Church Acts 2:42-47

Ordinances Matthew 28:18-20; 26:26-29

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Bishop Creek Community Church 1-5-14 “Evangelical Convictions: The Church”

True Church A. We believe the true church (Matt. 16:18; 1 Cor. 12:28; Eph. 4:4-6; 5:25; Heb. 12:28) comprises all who have been justified by God’s grace through faith alone in Christ alone (Ps. 103:12; Isa. 44:22; Jn. 3:16; Acts 16:31; Rom. 3:20-28; 4:3; 5:1, 21; 8:1, 30, 33-34; 10:4, 9; 2 Cor. 5:21; Gal. 2:16; Eph. 2:8-9; Phil. 3:9; Tit. 3:7; Heb. 10:14). • True church • All who have been justified by God’s grace through faith alone in Christ alone

Headship of Christ B. We believe all who have been justified by God’s grace through faith alone in Christ alone are united by the Holy Spirit in the body of Christ (1 Cor. 12:12-27), of which He is the Head (Eph. 1:22-23; 4:15-16; Col. 1:18; 2:19). • United by the Holy Spirit in the body of Christ • Christ is the Head

Local Church C. We believe the true church is manifest in local churches (Acts 9:31; 20:29-30; Rom. 16:5; 1 Cor. 1:2; 16:19; 2 Cor. 1:1; 1 Thess. 1:1; Philem. 1-2), whose membership should be composed only of believers (Matt. 18:15-20; Acts 2:41, 47; 14:23; 20:7; 1 Cor. 1:2, 9; 11:20; 12:13; 14:40; 16:1-2; 1 Tim. 3:1-13; 5:9; Tit. 1:5-9; Heb. 10:25). • True church is manifest in local churches • Membership should be composed only of believers

Ordinances D. We believe the Lord Jesus mandated two ordinances, baptism (Matt. 28:18-20; Rom. 6:3-4; Col. 2:12) and the Lord’s Supper (Matt. 26:26-29; Mk. 14:22-25; Lk. 22:15-20; 1 Cor. 11:23-26), which visibly and tangibly express the gospel. • The Lord Jesus mandated two ordinances • Baptism and the Lord’s Supper • Visibly and tangibly express the gospel E. We believe that though baptism and the Lord’s Supper are not the means of salvation, when celebrated by the church in genuine faith, these ordinances confirm and nourish the believer (Jn. 6:55-56; Acts 2:38; 8:39; 16:34; 1 Cor. 10:16; 11:29-30; Col. 2:12). • Not the means of salvation • Celebrated by the church in genuine faith • Confirm and nourish the believer

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Bishop Creek Community Church 12-22-13 “Evangelical Convictions: The Holy Spirit”

7 in a series entitled Evangelical Convictions: EFCA’s DNA

The Holy Spirit We believe that the Holy Spirit, in all that He does, glorifies the Lord Jesus Christ. He convicts the world of its guilt. He regenerates sinners, and in Him they are baptized into union with Christ and adopted as heirs in the family of God. He also indwells, illuminates, guides, equips and empowers believers for Christ-like living and service.

The Holy Spirit’s Preeminent Ministry – Christological • We believe the Holy Spirit, in all that He does, glorifies the Lord Jesus Christ (Jn. 16:14).

The Holy Spirit’s Ministry to Unbelievers • We believe the Holy Spirit convicts the world of its guilt (Jn. 16:8; 1 Cor. 2:14).

The Holy Spirit’s Ministry in Regeneration • We believe the Holy Spirit regenerates sinners (Ezek. 36:25-27; Jn. 3:3, 5; 1 Cor. 12:3; 2 Cor. 5:17; Eph. 2:5; Col. 2:13; 1 Thess. 1:4-5; 2 Thess. 2:13; Tit. 3:5; Jms. 1:18; 1 Pet. 1:3), and in Him they are baptized (Mk. 1:8; Acts 1:5; 1 Cor. 12:13) into union with Christ (Rom. 3:24; 5:15-21; 12:5; 1 Cor. 1:2; 5:19; 15:22b; 2 Cor. 5:17; Gal. 1:22; 2:17; 3:28; Eph. 1:4; 2:12; 3:6; 4:32; 2 Tim. 2:10; 1 Thess. 4:16) and adopted as heirs (Rom. 8:15, 23; 9:4; Gal. 4:5; Eph. 1:5; Tit. 3:7) in the family of God (Matt. 12:49-50; 2 Cor. 6:18; Eph. 3:14; 1 Jn. 3:14-18). • Regenerates sinners • In Him they are baptized into union with Christ • Adopted as heirs in the family of God

The Holy Spirit’s Ministry in Sanctification • We believe the Holy Spirit also indwells (Jn. 14:17; Rom. 8:11; 1 Cor. 3:16), illuminates (1 Cor. 2:2; 2 Cor. 4:4-15; Eph. 1:17-19; Phil. 1:9-11), guides (Jn. 16:13; Acts 15:28; Rom. 8:4, 14; Gal. 5:16, 18), equips (Rom. 12:4-8; 1 Cor. 12: 4- 10; Eph. 4: 7-11; 1 Pet. 4:10-11) and empowers (Acts 1:8; 10:38; Rom. 15:13; 1 Cor. 12:11; Eph. 3:16; 2 Tim. 1:7) believers for Christ-like living and service (Acts 6:8; Rom. 8:4-6, 12-16; 2 Cor. 13:14; Gal. 3:3, 5; 22-23, 25; Eph. 2:22; 4:3; Phil. 2:1-2). • Indwells, illuminates, guides, equips and empowers • Christ-like living and service

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Bishop Creek Community Church 12-15-13 “Evangelical Convictions: The Work of Christ”

6 in a series entitled Evangelical Convictions: EFCA’s DNA

The Work of Christ We believe that Jesus Christ, as our representative and substitute, shed His blood on the cross as the perfect, all-sufficient sacrifice for our sins. His atoning death and victorious resurrection constitute the only ground for salvation.

We believe Jesus Christ shed His blood on the cross (Lev. 17:11; Mt. 26:28; Heb. 9:14, 22; 10:19; 1 Pet. 1:18-19; Rev. 12:10-11).
We believe Jesus’ voluntary death on the cross is the perfect, all-sufficient sacrifice (1 Cor. 5:7; Heb. 9:23-24, 26, 28; 10:1; 13:11, 12) for our sins (Isa. 53:5-7, 12; Jn. 1:29; Rom. 3:21-26; 2 Cor. 5:21; Gal. 3:13; 1 Jn. 3:5). • Perfect, all-sufficient sacrifice • God’s wrath • Our sins
We believe Jesus is our representative (Gen. 2:15-17; Matt. 4:1-11; Mk. 1:12-13; Lk. 4:1-13; Rom. 5:18-19; 1 Cor. 1:30; 15:45, 47; Phil. 3:9; Heb. 4:15) and substitute (Lev. 16; Mk. 10:45; Heb. 2:16-17; 1 Pet. 2:24; 3:18). • Representative • Substitute
We believe Jesus’ atoning death (Rom. 3:25; Heb. 2:17; 1 Jn. 2:2; 4:10) and victorious resurrection (Col. 1:13; 2:13-15; Heb. 2:14-15) constitute the only ground for salvation (Rom. 4:25; 6:4, 11, 14; 1 Cor. 6:14; 15:20; 2 Cor. 4:14; Eph. 1:19-20; 2:5- 6; 1 Pet. 1:3). • Atoning death • Victorious resurrection • Salvation

The Work of Christ We believe that Jesus Christ, as our representative (Gen. 2:15-17; Matt. 4:1-11; Mk. 1:12-13; Lk. 4:1-13; Rom. 5:18-19; 1 Cor. 1:30; 15:45, 47; Phil. 3:9) and substitute (Mk. 10:45; Heb. 2:16-17; 1 Pet. 2:24; 3:18), shed His blood on the cross (Lev. 17:11; Mt. 26:28; Heb. 9:14, 22; 10:19; 1 Pet. 1:18-19; Rev. 12:10-11) as the perfect, all-sufficient sacrifice (1 Cor. 5:7; Heb. 9:23-24, 26, 28; 10:1; 13:11, 12) for our sins (Isa. 53:5-7, 12; Jn. 1:29; Rom. 3:21-26; 2 Cor. 5:21; Gal. 3:13; 1 Jn. 3:5). His atoning death (Rom. 3:25; Heb. 2:17; 1 Jn. 2:2; 4:10) and victorious resurrection (Col. 1:13; 2:13-15; Heb. 2:14-15) constitute the only ground for salvation (Rom. 4:25; 6:4, 11, 14; 1 Cor. 6:14; 15:20; 2 Cor. 4:14; Eph. 1:19-20; 2:5-6; 1 Pet. 1:3).

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Bishop Creek Community Church 12-8-13 “Evangelical Convictions: Jesus Christ”

5 in a series entitled Evangelical Convictions: EFCA’s DNA

Jesus Christ We believe that Jesus Christ is God incarnate, fully God and fully man, one Person in two natures. Jesus—Israel's promised Messiah—was conceived through the Holy Spirit and born of the virgin Mary. He lived a sinless life, was crucified under Pontius Pilate, arose bodily from the dead, ascended into heaven and sits at the right hand of God the Father as our High Priest and Advocate.

Person A. We believe Jesus Christ (Matt. 1:21; 16:18) is God incarnate (Jn. 1:14, 18; 1 Jn. 4:2), fully God (Isa. 9:6; Jer. 23:6; Jn. 1:1; 20:28; Rom. 9:5; Col. 2:9) and fully man (Matt. 4:2; Lk. 2:40, 52; Jn. 11:35; Heb. 5:7-8; 1 Jn. 1:1-3), one Person in Two natures (Jn. 3:13; 10:30; 17:5).

B. We believe Jesus is Israel’s promised Messiah (Gen. 3:14-20; 12:1-3; 49:8-12; Is 7:14, 9:1-7, 61, 2 Sam. 7:11b-16; Micah 5:2, Mal 3:1; Matt. 1:1, 17; Lk. 4:16-22; 24:25-27; Jn. 1:41; 4:25-26; Acts 2:36; 13:23,32; Rom. 1:2-3; 2 Tim. 2:8,9).

Incarnation C. We believe Jesus was conceived through the Holy Spirit (Matt. 1:18; Lk. 1:34-35) and born of the virgin Mary (Isa. 7:14; Matt. 1:18-25; Lk. 1:34-35; Romans 1:1-6).

Sinless Life D. We believe Jesus lived a sinless life (Rom. 5:19; Gal. 4:4-5; Matt. 3:15; Phil. 2:7-8; Heb. 4:15).

Crucifixion E. We believe Jesus was crucified under Pontius Pilate (Dt. 21:23; Ps. 16:10; Matt. 27:26; Mk. 15:15; Lk. 23:16; Jn. 19:16; Acts 2:27, 37).

Resurrection F. We believe Jesus arose bodily from the dead (Matt. 28:1-10; Rom. 4:25; 1 Cor. 15:20, 44-45; Col. 1:18; Rev. 1:5).

Ascension and Session G. We believe Jesus ascended into heaven (Lk. 24:51; Acts 1:6-11; Eph. 1:20; 4:8-10; 1 Tim. 3:16) and sits at the right hand of God the Father (Eph. 1:20; Col. 3:1; Heb. 1:1-3; 8:1; 10:12; 1 Pet. 3:22).

Ministry H. We believe Jesus is our High Priest (Heb. 2:17; 3:1; 4:14; 6:20; 8:1) and Advocate (Rom. 8: 34; Heb. 7:25; 9:24; 1 Jn. 2:1; 1 Tim 2:5).

Jesus Christ We believe that Jesus Christ (Matt. 1:21; 16:18) is God incarnate (Jn. 1:14, 18; 1 Jn. 4:2), fully God (Isa. 9:6; Jer. 23:6; Jn. 1:1; 20:28; Rom. 9:5; Col. 2:9) and fully man (Matt. 4:2; Lk. 2:40, 52; Jn. 11:35; Heb. 5:7-8; 1 Jn. 1:1-3), one Person in two natures (Jn. 3:13; 10:30; 17:5). Jesus—Israel's promised Messiah (Gen. 3:14-20; 12:1-3; 49:8-12; 2 Sam. 7:11b-16; Matt. 1:1, 17; Lk. 4:16-22; 24:25-27; Jn. 1:41; 4:25-26; Acts 2:36; 13:23,32; Rom. 1:2-3; 2 Tim. 2:8,9)—was conceived through the Holy Spirit (Matt. 1:18; Lk. 1:34,35) and born of the virgin Mary (Isa. 7:14; Matt. 1:20; Lk. 1:34,35). He lived a sinless life (Rom. 5:19; Gal. 4:4,5; Matt. 3:15; Phil. 2:7,8; Heb. 4:15), was crucified under Pontius Pilate (Dt. 21:23; Ps. 16:10; Matt. 27:26; Mk. 15:15; Lk. 23:16; Jn. 19:16; Acts 2:27, 37), arose bodily from the dead (Matt. 28:1-10; Mk. 16:1-8; Lk. 24:39; Rom. 4:25; 1 Cor. 15:20, 44-45; Col. 1:18; Rev. 1:5), ascended into heaven (Lk. 24:51; Acts 1:6-11; Eph. 1:20; 4:8-10; 1 Tim. 3:16) and sits at the right hand of God the Father (Eph. 1:20; Col. 3:1; Heb. 1:3; 8:1; 10:12; 1 Pet. 3:22) as our High Priest (Heb. 2:17; 3:1; 4:14; 6:20; 8:1) and Advocate (Rom. 8: 34; Heb. 7:25; 9:24; 1 Jn. 2:1).

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Bishop Creek Community Church 12-1-2013 “Evangelical Convictions: The Human Condition” Genesis, Revelation

4 in a series entitled Evangelical Convictions: EFCA’s DNA

We believe that God created Adam and Eve in His image, but they sinned when tempted by Satan. In union with Adam, human beings are sinners by nature and by choice, alienated from God, and under His wrath. Only through God’s saving work in Jesus Christ can we be rescued, reconciled and renewed.

Creation A. We believe God created Adam and Eve in His image (Gen. 1:1, 1:26-30; 2:9,16-17; 3:1-5; 5:1; 9:6; 1 Cor. 11:7; Col. 3:10; Jms. 3:9).

God created Adam and Eve In His image

Sin (Fall) B. We believe Adam and Eve sinned when tempted by Satan (Gen. 3:1-6; Jn. 8:44; Rom. 5:12-14; 16:20; 2 Cor. 11:3; 1 Tim. 2:13-14).

Adam and Eve sinned when tempted by Satan

C. We believe all human beings are in union with Adam (Job 14:4; Ps. 51:5; Jn. 3:6; Rom. 3:12; 5:12-14; 1 Cor. 15:22a; 1 Jn. 1:8), and are thus sinners by nature and by choice (Gen. 6:5; Jer. 17:9; Isa. 6:5; John 3:6, Rom. 5:15; 8:5-8; Eph. 2:1-2; 4:17-19

All human beings union with Adam. (Rom 3:10)

Sinners by nature and by choice

D. We believe every human being is alienated from God (Rom. 5:10), and under His wrath (Gen 3:7-8, Rom. 1:18; 2:5; 3:9-19; 3:23; Eph. 2:3).

Alienated from God Under His wrath. (Gen 3:14, 16-19)

God’s Saving Work E. We believe it is only through God’s saving work in Jesus Christ (Gen 3:7-9,15; Acts 4:12; 1 Tim. 2:5) that we can be rescued (1 Thess. 1:10), reconciled (Rom. 5:1,2,10; 6:23; Col. 1:20) and renewed (Rom. 8:29; 2 Cor. 3:18; Eph. 4:24; Phil. 3:21; 1 Jn. 3:2).

Only through God’s saving work in Jesus Christ can we be Rescued, reconciled, renewed (Revelation 22:1-5)

The Human Condition We believe that God created Adam and Eve in His image (Gen. 1:26-27; 5:1; 9:6; 1 Cor. 11:7; Col. 3:10; Jms. 3:9), but they sinned when tempted by Satan (Gen. 3:1-6; Jn. 8:44; Rom. 5:12-14; 16:20; 2 Cor. 11:3; 1 Tim. 2:13-14). In union with Adam (Job 14:4; Ps. 51:5; Jn. 3:6; Rom. 3:12; 5:12-14; 1 Cor. 15:22a; 1 Jn. 1:8), human beings are sinners by nature and by choice (Gen. 6:5; Jer. 17:9; Isa. 6:5; Rom. 5:15; 8:5-8; Eph. 2:1-2; 4:17- 19), alienated from God (Rom. 5:10), and under His wrath (Rom. 1:18; 2:5; 3:9-19; 3:23; Eph. 2:3). Only through God’s saving work in Jesus Christ (Act 4:12; 1 Tim. 2:5) can we be rescued (1 Thess. 1:10), reconciled (Rom. 5:1,2,10; Col. 1:20) and renewed (Rom. 8:29; 2 Cor. 3:18; Eph. 4:24; Phil. 3:21; 1 Jn. 3:2).

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Bishop Creek Community Church 11-24-13 “Between Two Images” 2 Corinthians 3:7-18

Introduction

Psalm 100

Genesis 1:26-27 The Original Plan

Romans 8:29 The Road Back

2 Corinthians 3:7-18 From Glory to Glory

1 John 3:2 The Moment of Perfection…Again!

Response Colossians 3:9-10 Renewed to a True Knowledge

Genesis 1:26-27 26 Then God said, “Let Us make man in Our image, according to Our likeness; and let them rule over the fish of the sea and over the birds of the sky and over the cattle and over all the earth, and over every creeping thing that creeps on the earth.” 27 God created man in His own image, in the image of God He created him; male and female He created them.

Romans 8:29 For those whom He foreknew, He also predestined to become conformed to the image of His Son, so that He would be the firstborn among many brethren;

2 Corinthians 3:6 who also made us adequate as servants of a new covenant, not of the letter but of the Spirit; for the letter kills, but the Spirit gives life.

2 Corinthians 3:18 But we all, with unveiled face, beholding as in a mirror the glory of the Lord, are being transformed into the same image from glory to glory, just as from the Lord, the Spirit.

Jeremiah 31:33 “But this is the covenant which I will make with the house of Israel after those days,” declares the LORD, “I will put My law within them and on their heart I will write it; and I will be their God, and they shall be My people.

1 John 3:2 Beloved, now we are children of God, and it has not appeared as yet what we will be. We know that when He appears, we will be like Him, because we will see Him just as He is.

Colossians 3:9-10 9 Do not lie to one another, since you laid aside the old self with its evil practices, 10 and have put on the new self who is being renewed to a true knowledge according to the image of the One who created him —

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Bishop Creek Community Church 11-17-13 “Evangelical Convictions: The Bible” 2 Peter 1:19-21, 1 Corinthians 2:10-14, 2 Timothy 3:14-17, Psalm 1

3 in a series entitled Evangelical Convictions: EFCA’s DNA

The Bible We believe that God has spoken in the Scriptures, both Old and New Testaments, through the words of human authors. As the verbally inspired Word of God, the Bible is without error in the original writings, the complete revelation of His will for salvation, and the ultimate authority by which every realm of human knowledge and endeavor should be judged. Therefore, it is to be believed in all that it teaches, obeyed in all that it requires, and trusted in all that it promises.

Introduction

A. We believe God has spoken in the Scriptures through the words of human authors (Matt. 1:22; 4:4; 19:4,5; Lk. 1:1-4; Heb. 1:1-2). Rom 1:18-21, 2:14-15. Jn 16:14

B. We believe the Scriptures, the Word of God, the Bible consist of both Old and New Testaments (Is 55:11, Matt. 5:17-20; Lk. 24:44; 1 Tim. 5:17-18; 2 Pet. 3:15, 16).

C. We believe the Bible, as the verbally inspired Word of God (2 Tim. 3:16; 2 Pet. 1:20, 21), is without error in the original writings (2 Sam. 7:28; Prov. 30:5; Num. 23:19; Ps. 119:89, 96; Matt. 5:18; Jn. 10:35; 17:17; Tit. 1:1,2). Acts 28:25, 2 Pet 2:15-16

D. We believe the Bible is the complete revelation of God’s will for salvation (Isa. 40:6, 8; Lk. 16:29-31; Gal. 1:8,9; 2 Tim. 3:15; Heb. 1:1-2; 1 Pet. 1:24-25).

E. We believe the Bible is the ultimate authority by which every realm of human knowledge and endeavor should be judged (Ps. 12:6; 119:160; Matt. 24:35; Jn. 17:17; 2 Tim. 3:15-17; 1 Pet. 1:23).

F. We believe all that the Bible teaches (Matt. 22:29; Rom. 15:4; 2 Tim. 3:16).

G. We obey all that the Bible requires (Ps. 119:44-45, 162-168; Matt. 28:20; 2 Thess. 3:14; Heb. 4:12; 1 Jn. 2:5). Ps 19:7-9

H. We trust all that the Bible promises (Rom. 1:2; 4:21; Heb. 10:23; 2 Pet. 1:4; 3:13)

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Bishop Creek Community Church 11-10-13 “Evangelical Convictions: God” Deuteronomy 6:4; Mark 12:29

2 in a series entitled Evangelical Convictions: EFCA’s DNA

What does "Evangelical" mean? What does "Free" mean?

God We believe in one God, Creator of all things, holy, infinitely perfect, and eternally existing in a loving unity of three equally divine Persons: the Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit. Having limitless knowledge and sovereign power, God has graciously purposed from eternity to redeem a people for Himself and to make all things new for His own glory.

A. We believe God eternally exists in a loving unity of three equally divine persons. 1. God exists eternally (Ps. 33:11; 102:25-27; 115:3; Dan. 4:34-35; Jn. 5:26; Acts 17:24-25).

God exists in a loving unity (Jn. 3:3-5; 17:24; 1 Jn. 4:8, 16).
God exists in three equally divine Persons (Jn. 17:11; Matt. 3:16-17; 28:19; 2 Cor. 13:14; 1 Pet. 1:2). a. Father (Dt. 32:6; Matt. 6:6; Rom. 8:15; 1 Cor. 8:6).

b. Son (Matt. 3:17; Jn. 1:14; 3:16; Gal. 4:4; Heb. 1:5).

c. Holy Spirit (Jn. 14:16, 17, 26; 15:26; 16:7-15; Rom. 8:9, 26; Gal. 4:6).

B. We believe in one God. (Dt. 6:4; Mk. 12:29)

C. We believe God, in all His fullness, is the Creator of all things. (Gen. 1:1; Ps. 33:6; Jn. 1:1; Col. 1:15-17; Heb. 11:3).

D. We believe God is holy, love, infinitely perfect, eternally existing, has limitless knowledge and sovereign power. 1. Holy (Ex. 15:11; Isa. 6:3; 57:15) 2. Love (Jn. 3:35; 17:24; 1 Jn. 4:8, 16) 3. Eternally existing (Ps. 33:11; 102:25-27; 115:3; Dan. 4:34-35; Jn. 5:26; Acts 17:24-25) 4. Infinitely perfect (Dt. 32:4; Job 1:7-10; Ps. 18:30; 50:2; 90:2; 145:3; Matt. 5:48) 5. Limitless knowledge (Ps. 139:1-16; 147:5; Isa. 46:10; Jn. 21:17) 6. Sovereign power (Jer. 32:17; Eph. 1:11; Rom. 8:28; 2 Cor. 6:18; Eph. 3:20; Rev. 1:8)

E. We believe God has graciously purposed from eternity to redeem a people for Himself (1 Cor. 2:7; Eph. 1:11; 3:10, 11; 2 Tim. 1:9; Tit 1:2; 1 Pet. 1:20; Rev. 13:8).

F. We believe God will make all things new (Matt. 19:28; Acts 3:21; Rom. 8:19-21; Rev. 21, 22).

G. We believe God does everything for His own glory (Ps. 19:1-2; Isa. 43:7; Jer. 13:11; Col. 1:15-23; Rev. 4:11; 5:9-14).

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Bishop Creek Community Church 11-03-13 “The Pillar of Truth” 1 Timothy 4:1-16

1 in a series entitled Evangelical Convictions: EFCA’s DNA

Introduction

The State of Affairs 2 Timothy 4:1-4 2 Timothy 3:16-17 Genesis 18:22-33 Judges 2:10-15

The Pillar of Truth 1 Timothy 3:14-16

Truth Protects 1 Timothy 4:1-5

Truth Promotes 1 Timothy 4:6-10

Truth Preserves 1 Timothy 4:11-16

Conviction

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Bishop Creek Community Church 10-27-13 “Flagger Ahead” Romans 11:16-36

21 in a series on Romans: The Gospel Road

Review and Introduction

Purity of the Dough Romans 11:16

Grafting Branches Romans 11:17-21

The Kindness and Severity of God Romans 11:22-24

The Mystery of the Ages Romans 11:25-27

God’s Irrevocable Covenant with Israel Romans 11:28-32

God is indeed Sovereign

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Bishop Creek Community Church 10-20-13 “Detour” Romans 11:1-16

20 in a series on Romans: The Gospel Road

Review and Introduction

Flannel Board Examples of God’s Faithfulness Romans 11:1-5 1. 2. 3.

Righteousness is all about Grace Romans 11:6

The Empty Chalice Romans 11:7-10

Stumbling Block Romans 11:11

Provoking Themselves to Righteousness Romans 11:12-15

Kneading to be a Holy Piece of Dough Romans 11:16

Paul looking toward the rest of the chapter…

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Bishop Creek Community Church 10-13-13 “One Way!” Romans 10:1-21

19 in a series on Romans: The Gospel Road

Review and Introduction

Sincere, but without the Truth Romans 10:1-4

Righteousness of the Law versus Righteousness of Christ Romans 10:5-13

Prescription for the Common Ailment Romans 10:14-15

Accountability for what they have heard Romans 10:16-21

What are the Benefits of Chapters 9-10-11?

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Bishop Creek Community Church 10-6-13 “Falling Rocks” Romans 9:19-33

18 in a series on Romans: The Gospel Road

Review and Introduction

Hating Esau (Positional, not emotional): Romans 9:12-13 Malachi 1:2-3 Luke 14:26

Hardening of Pharaoh (Judicial Abandonment): Romans 9:17-18 Romans 1:24, 26, 28

Replacing Israel? Uh, No. (Replacement Theology): Romans 9:6-8

Flannel Board Example Romans 9:19-22 Jeremiah 18:1-10

Vessels of Mercy Romans 9:23-24

Remember When? Romans 9:25-29

Who’s In, Who’s Out Romans 9:30-33 (10:4)

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Bishop Creek Community Church 9-29-13 “Race Track”

17 in a series on Romans: The Gospel Road

Romans 9:1-33

Review and Introduction

Every Possible Shot Romans 9:1-5

“The Race Card”, uh…maybe not so much Romans 9:6-13

The Sovereignty of God Romans 9:14-18

Flannel Board Example Romans 9:19-24

Remember When? Romans 9:25-29

Missed it by that much! Romans 9:30-33

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Bishop Creek Community Church 9-22-13 “Peaceful Living in a Stressful World” 1 Peter 5:6-7, Philippians 4:8-9

Spiritual Peace Romans 5:1 John 14:6

Relational Peace Romans 12:18 Mark 9:50

Emotional Peace Colossians 3:15

Understand God’s Peace John 14:27, 16:33

5 Keys to Acquiring God’s Peace

Obey God’s principles Psalm 119:165
Accept God’s pardon Micah 7:18, 1 John 1:9
Focus on God’s presence Isaiah 26:3-4, Col. 3:17
Trust God’s purpose Proverbs 3:5-6, Phil. 4:12-13
As for God’s peace Phil. 4:6-7, Luke 8:14, 1 Peter 5:7, John 14:1

Refocus Your Thoughts

Philippians 4:8-9

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Bishop Creek Community Church 9-15-13 “A Walk Worthy” Colossians 1:9-14

Introduction

Paul’s Prayer for the Saints Colossians 1:9-11 Walking Worthy

~9. A Knowledgeable Walk

~10. A Worthy Walk

~11. A Powerful Walk

The Joy of Walking Colossians 1:12-14 ~12. A Thankful Walk Together

~13. Where we Walk

~14. Why we Walk

A Matter of Location

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Bishop Creek Community Church 9-8-13 “Thwarting Strongholds”

3 in the series "Satan, Demons, and Hell"

Ephesians 6:10-18; Mark 4:1-11 Review and Introduction

Fear Factor

Full Battle Array- Ephesians 6:10-18 “The horse is prepared for the day of battle, But victory belongs to the LORD.” ~Proverbs 21:31

Satan’s Tactics Satan’s Bent Sword Matthew 4:1-11

A Matter of Location

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Bishop Creek Community Church/ Nazarene Church “All- Out” Pastor Kelly Larson Deuteronomy 10:12-13; Colossians 1:13-14 2 Dollars Worth of God Colossians 1:13-14 Eternal Fall The Work of God Deuteronomy 10:1-11 The High Bar Response Deuteronomy 10:12-13 Five elements of what going "All-out" looks like. 1. To fear the Lord your God: 2. To walk in all His ways: 3. To Love Him: 4. To serve the Lord your God: 5. To keep the commandments of the Lord: Devastating future The Incredible Work of God Colossians 1:13-14 Revelation 2:4-5 “First Love”

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Bishop Creek Community Church 8-18-13 “Exposing Evil”

2 in the series "Satan, Demons, and Hell"

Genesis 3:1-5; 1 Peter 5:6-11 Review and Introduction

Location! Location! Location! **1 Peter 5:6-11

Attack on Truth Pervert the Truth-Genesis 3:1-4

Prevent the Truth-Luke 8:4-11

Profane the Truth- Isaiah 5:20-24

Attack on Body ~Deceiver, Tempter, and Accuser James 1:12-16 1 John 2:15-16 1 Corinthians 10:13

A Matter of Domain

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Bishop Creek Community Church 8-11-13 “Unmasking Satan”

1 in the series "Satan, Demons, and Hell"

Review and Introduction

The End First- Genesis 3:15; John 16:11, Revelation 20:10

“Myth”eology- Misconceptions about Satan

His Foundation Job 38:7 Before the Creation Event Colossians 1:16 Made by Christ John 17:15

His Fate **Revelation 12:1-9

His Fault **Ezekiel 28:11-19 (1-10) 11-15. Before 15b-19. After

His Fall **Isaiah 14:12-19

His Finality Revelation 20:10, 12:10

Our Strength Revelation 12:11 1 John 4:4

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Bishop Creek Community Church 8-4-13 “Indivisible: Purity in Unity”

7 in the series "Indivisible"

Review and Introduction

“One Flesh” Genesis 2:23-24

Marriage Parallel Isaiah 54:5-6; 62:5 Jeremiah 2:32 Hosea 2:19

New Testament References Matthew: 22:1-14. The Wedding Clothes Luke 22:15-16. A Future Meal

The Wedding Feast Revelation 19:5-10, 21:2,22:17

Without Spot or Wrinkle Ephesians 5:25-27 2 Corinthians 11:2-3

Pure and Faithful-One Mark 12:18-25. Not Given to Marriage

Anticipation Matthew 25:1-11. Ten Virgins/Bridesmaids

Conclusion John 17:20-23

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Bishop Creek Community Church 7-28-13 “Jesus: A Better Rest” Hebrews 3:1-4:13

I. Jesus Superior to Moses (3:1-6a) The theme of Hebrews is that Jesus is supreme in every way. Specifically, He is a superior: Prophet – surpassing Moses Priest – surpassing Aaron King – surpassing David

II. The Unbelief of Israel as a warning (3:6b-12) The book is structured around five warnings against refusing Jesus due to His supremacy. Specifically, the audience is warned against: Neglecting Jesus’ message (2:1-4) Having faithless hearts (3:6b-4:13) Persistent immaturity (5:11-6:12) Willful continual sin (10:26-39) Lack of endurance (12:1-29)

III. Unbelief Results in Loss of Rest (3:13-4:10) Israel as an Example for the Church in Hebrews 3-4: Both have had good news preached to them Faith was required from both groups Rest was promised to each group A Promised Land vs. a Heavenly Inheritance

IV. What it Means to Rest Diligently (4:11-13)

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Bishop Creek Community Church 7-21-13 “Indivisible: The Body Broken”

6 in the series "Indivisible"

Review ~Living Stones and other Metaphors

Unity or Brokenness? Hebrews 12:15 Colossian 3:12-14 1 Corinthians 13:4-7

Is the Church still Relevant? Matthew 16:13-19 John 17:21-23 Is Christ Divided? **1 Corinthians 1:10-17 James 4:1

Hypotheses

Doctrine and Practice 2 John 7-11 **1 Corinthians 5:1-13 1 Corinthians 6:9-10 2 Thessalonians 3:6-7

Discipline **Matthew 18:15-20

Forgiveness **2 Corinthians 2:4-11

Conclusion 1 John 4:20

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Bishop Creek Community Church 7-14-13 “Indivisible: The Interconnectivity of Unity” 1 Peter 2:4-10; 1 Corinthians 3:9-11; Ephesian 2:19-22

5b in the series "Indivisible"

Review The Temple

Paradigm Shift Matthew 16:13-18 John 4:21-24

The Building and Its Materials 1 Peter 2:5-8

The “Super” Structure 1 Corinthians 3:9-11

A Firm Foundation Ephesians 2:19-22

Structure and Purpose 1 Peter 2:9-10 The Vine - John 15 The Loaf - 1 Corinthians 10:16-17

Conclusion

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Bishop Creek Community Church 7-7-13 Service of Ordination and Licensing “A Holy and Royal Priesthood”

Welcome and Invocation - Jeremy Plum

Scripture - 2 Timothy 4:1-5

Words of Greeting – Kelly Larson

Song “Oh, the Deep, Deep, Love of Jesus”

History Jeffrey Pratt---Laura Talbot---Craig Barrett

Song “Fairest Lord Jesus”

Confirmation of the Ordinand’s Gifts and Calling – Ed Duran

The Ordination/Licensing Sermon - Steve Elliott

The Ritual of Ordination - Brian Farone - Laying on of Hands and Anointing - Prayer

Presentation of Ordination/Licensing Certificates

Response by Ordinand - “A Holy and Royal Priesthood” Pastor Kelly Larson

5a in the series "Indivisible"

1 Peter 2:5-9 Romans 12:1 Leviticus 10:1-3 1 Peter 1:15-16 1 Corinthians 3:16 Hebrews 10:19

Charge to the Congregation – Kelly Larson

Song “Everlasting God”

Benediction – Ken Cluff

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Bishop Creek Community Church 6-30-13 How Will You Respond to Offense? Your Response Determines Your Future Luke 17: 1

Establishing how offense takes root James 1: 12 – 15 1Pet 5: 8 – 9 Mat 18: 17

Satan’s favorite scheme regarding offense Luke 17: 1

The results of offense Hebrews 3: 13

The consequences of offense Psalm 55: 12 – 14

Offense has many faces Selected passages

The cure for offense 1 Pet 1: 6 – 7 2Tim 2: 24 – 26 Rev 3: 14 - 20

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Bishop Creek Community Church 6-23-13 “Indivisible: Diversity in Unity” Romans 12:4-8; 1 Corinthians 12:1-11

4 in the series "Indivisible"

Review- 1 Corinthians 12:12-27

Divine Plan Ephesians 4:15-16; 7-8

Divine Grace Romans 12:4-8

Divine Placement 1 Corinthians 12:1-11

Divine Purpose 1 Peter 4:10-11

Fitness Test

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Bishop Creek Community Church 6-16-13 “Indivisible: Equality in Unity”

3 in the series "Indivisible"

1 Corinthians 12:12-27

Review- Ephesians 4:15-16; 5:30

Introduction of the Metaphor verses 12-13

The Need for Diversity 1 Corinthians 12:14-20

Mutual Dependence 1 Corinthians 12:21-27

Fitness Test

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Bishop Creek Community Church 6-9-13 “Indivisible: The Corporate Christ”

2 in the series "Indivisible"

Ephesians 4:7-16

Review Ephesians 4:1-6

The Structure of the Church 4:7-10

Purpose “Body Building” 4:11-13 Leaders 4:11

The Goal 4:12

What That Looks Like 4:13

Three Marks of Spiritual Maturity 4:14-16 4:14

4:15

4:16

Fitness Test

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Bishop Creek Community Church 6-2-13 “Eternal Life Begins Today”

1 John 1:1 From the Beginning

1 John1:1-6 True Fellowship

1 John 1:10 A Caution

Mark 10:25 A Sharp Metaphor

Mark 10:31 God’s Order of Things

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Bishop Creek Community Church & Bishop Church of the Nazarene 5.19.13 “Indivisible: The Oneness of Unity” Ephesians 4:1-16; John 17

1 in the series "Indivisible"

Introduction Denominations and Body Parts

The Shema Deuteronomy 6:4, “Hear, O Israel! The LORD is our God, the LORD is one!

Marriage Genesis 2: 20, “The man gave names to all the cattle, and to the birds of the sky, and to every beast of the field, but for Adam there was not found a helper suitable for him. 21 So the LORD God caused a deep sleep to fall upon the man, and he slept; then He took one of his ribs and closed up the flesh at that place. 22 The LORD God fashioned into a woman the rib which He had taken from the man, and brought her to the man. 23 The man said, ‘This is now bone of my bones, And flesh of my flesh; She shall be called Woman, Because she was taken out of Man.’ 24 For this reason a man shall leave his father and his mother, and be joined to his wife; and they shall become one flesh.”

Psalm 133 1 Behold, how good and how pleasant it is For brothers to dwell together in unity! 2 It is like the precious oil upon the head, Coming down upon the beard, Even Aaron’s beard, Coming down upon the edge of his robes. 3 It is like the dew of Hermon Coming down upon the mountains of Zion; For there the LORD commanded the blessing — life forever.

Mutual Indwelling John 14:20, 17:11, 20-26

Ultimate Koin?nia Ephesians 4:1-6 7 One’s of Koin?nia One Body One Spirit One Hope One Lord One Faith One Baptism One God and Father

The Runner Ephesians 4:15-16

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Bishop Creek Community Church 5-12-13 “Romans: Highway”

16 in a series on Romans: The Gospel Road

Romans 8:28-39

Review

What He’s Doing 8:28

Why He’s Doing It 8:29-30

Questions (Diatribe) 8:31-37

Who is Against us? 8:31-32

Who Accuses or Condemns? 8:33-34

Who Will Separate us? 8:35-37

Blessed Assurance 8:38-39

Driving Directions

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Bishop Creek Community Church 4-28-13 “A Heart After God” The condition of our heart reveals our relationship to God (Ed Duran) Proverbs 4:23, Matthew 15: 18 – 19

Introduction: Pure in Heart Matthew 5:8 Central truth

Understanding Our Hearts Selected passages in Old and New Testament

Heart – Our inner person when no one’s watching

What is the condition of our Heart?

How do we purify our Hearts?

What a pure Heart looks like

Conclusions: We can miss God’s best for our life 1 Timothy 6: 6 – 11, Matthew 6: 31 - 33

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Bishop Creek Community Church 4-21-13 “Permit the Children to Come to Me”

Mark 10:13-16

Introduction

Our Cultural Value of Children Mark 10:13

The Place of Children Mark 10:14

The Example of Children Mark 10:15

The Value of Children to Christ Mark 10:16

Consequences Matthew 18:2-6

The “Shema” Deuteronomy 6:1-9

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Bishop Creek Community Church 4-14-13 “Romans: Bumps in Road”

15 in a series on Romans: The Gospel Road

Romans 8:16-30 Introduction

Suffering and Glory 8:16-18 The Image in Genesis

Groanings 8:19-27

Creation 8:19-22

Believers 8:23-25

The Spirit 8:26-27

Guarantee of Glory (Deliverance) 8:28-30 The Sovereignty of God Between 2 Images 1 Corinthians 15:53-57

Driving Directions

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Bishop Creek Community Church 4-7-13 “Romans: Keep Right”

14 in a series on Romans: The Gospel Road

Romans 8:1-17

Introduction Genesis 1:2; Ezekiel 36:26-27; Joel 2:28-29; John 14:16- 17, 26; John 16:7-15; Acts 2:1-4

Justification 8:1-2 Sanctification 8:3-8 Indwelling 8:9-10 Resurrection 8:11 Deliverance & Obedience 8:12-13 Adoption 8:14-16 Inheritance 8:17 Intercession 8:26-27 1 Corinthians 2:10-14 (N.T. p. 131)

Driving Directions

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Bishop Creek Community Church 3-31-13 “The Incarnation: Impact of the Resurrection” (Implications of the Incarnational Death and Resurrection of Jesus the Christ)

7 in a series on The Incarnation

Luke 24:1-7, Selections from Hebrews

Introduction The Scarlett Thread of Christ Genesis 2:16-17; 3:15, 22-24 (pew Bible, O.T. p. 2)

Reasons for the Incarnation Hebrews 9:11-15; 10:10-14 (pew Bible, N.T. p. 173)

“He is Risen” Luke 24:1-7 (pew Bible, N.T. p. 69)

The Reason for the Resurrection 1 Corinthians 15:20-26 (pew Bible, N.T. p. 138-139)

Implication to Christ Hebrews 1:3; (pew Bible, N.T. p. 169) Philippians 2:9-11

Implication to Satan Hebrews 2:14 (pew Bible, N.T. p. 170)

Implication to Us Hebrews 2:14-17, 4 (pew Bible, N.T. p. 170)

Conclusions

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Bishop Creek Community Church 3-24-13 “The Incarnation: Why Have You Forsaken Me?”

6 in a series on The Incarnation

Psalm 22

Introduction The Scarlett Thread of Christ Matthew 27:45-46; Mark 15:33

The Measure of Despair 22:1-10 1-2 Christological Separation

3-5 National History

6-8 Rejection by Others

9-10 Reminder of Presence

Prayer for Deliverance 22:11-21 11-18 Description of Trouble

19-21 Appeal to Presence

The Atonement The Need for Christological Separation Revelation 21:22-27

Praise 22:22-31 22-25 Individual Praise

26-31 Corporate Praise

Conclusions

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Bishop Creek Community Church 3-17-13 “The Incarnation: By His Stripes”

5 in a series on The Incarnation

Isaiah 52:13-53:12

Introduction The Scarlett Thread of Christ

The Future of the Messiah 52:13-15

The Messiah The Gospel, His Origins & His Treatment 53:1-3

Atonement: The Imputation of Iniquity 53:4-6 “By His Stripes”

His Demeanor and Course 53:7-9

God’s Will, Messiah’s Victory & Exaltation 53:10-12

Isaiah 53 in the New Testament 1 Peter 2:21-25

Driving Directions

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Bishop Creek Community Church 3-10-13 “Romans: Cloverleaf”

13 in a series on Romans: The Gospel Road

Romans 7:14-25

Introduction War

Chapter 7 Pre-Conversion or Post-Conversion Galatians 5:16-18

A True Contrarian 7:14-16

The Enemy Within 7:17-20

The Waging War 7:21-23

Cloverleaf 7:24-25

Driving Directions Philippians 3:12-14

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Bishop Creek Community Church 3-3-13 “Romans: Narrow Bridge”

12 in a series on Romans: The Gospel Road

Romans 7:1-13

Review

The Parallel of Marriage 7:1-3 2 Camps

Bearing Fruit 7:4-5

Released 7:6

The Character of the Law 7:7-12 Autobiographical? Verse 7-8. Law ID’s Sin Verse 9. ID’s The Power of Sin Verse 10. ID’s The Effect of Sin Verse 11. ID’s The Deceitfulness of Sin Verse 12-13. ID’s The Sinfulness of Sin

The Value of the Law 7:13

Driving Directions Union with Christ (John 17) Fruitfulness Service

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Bishop Creek Community Church 2-24-13 “Romans: Dip in Road”

11 in a series on Romans: The Gospel Road

Romans 6:1-23

Review

The Meaning of Spiritual Baptism 6:1-3 Baptizo

Identification 6:4-5

Funerary Celebration of Freedom 6:6-7

Shared with Christ 6:8-10

A Different Mindset 6:11

A New Life 6:12-14

Obedience to the Master 6:15-16

Result of Baptism 6:17-18

Free Will Still Exists 6:19-20

Payment (Award) of Death or Life? 6:21-23

Driving Directions

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Bishop Creek Community Church 2-17-13 “Romans: Divided Road”

10 in a series on Romans: The Gospel Road

Romans 5:12-21

Review

Consequences of the First Adam Romans 5:12-14

Contrasting the Two Adams Romans 5:15-17

Two Very Different Roads Romans 5:18-19

Contrasting the Law to Christ Romans 5:20-21

Directions

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Bishop Creek Community Church 2-10-13 “Romans: Crosswalk”

9 in a series on Romans: The Gospel Road

Romans 5:1-11

Review

Peace with God Romans 5:1-2

And Not Only This! Romans 5:3-5

God Initiates Romans 5:6-8

But Wait, There’s More Romans 5:9-11

Directions

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Bishop Creek Community Church 2-3-13 “Romans: Yield”

8 in a series on Romans: The Gospel Road

Romans 3:27-4:25

Review

Where is Boasting? Romans 3:27-31

The Theological Argument Romans 4:1-5

The Biblical Argument Romans 4:6-8

The Historical Argument Romans 4:9-12

The Logical Argument Romans 4:13-17a

The Experiential Argument Romans 4:17b-22

Our Common Lot with Abraham Romans 4:23-25

Directions

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Bishop Creek Community Church 1-27-13 “Romans: Alternate Route”

7 in a series on Romans: The Gospel Road

Romans 3:21-26

Review Romans 1:16-17

A Change in Road Conditions Romans 3:21 The Righteousness of God A change in the music

The Requirement Romans 3:22 Faith:

A Level Field Romans 3:23 Glory:

Only One Way Romans 3:24 Justification:

Redemption:

The Great Exchange Romans 3:25 Propitiation: Leviticus 16 2 Corinthians 5:21

The Affirmation of God’s Character 3:26

Directions

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Bishop Creek Community Church 1-20-13 “The Rich Young Ruler” Ken Cluff Mark 10:17-22

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Bishop Creek Community Church 1-13-13 “Job: The State of War” Craig Barrett (Elder) Job - Selected Passages

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Bishop Creek Community Church 1-6-13 "The Single, Solitary, Absolutely, Most Important Thing"

Mark 12:28-34; Luke 10:25-37

Introduction

Number 1 Mark 12:28-34 “The Shema” Deuteronomy 6:4-5

Number 2 Luke 10:25-37 Leviticus 19:18 1 John 4:20-21

A Clear Focus Matthew 22:40

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Bishop Creek Community Church 12-30-12 “Year End Inventory”

2 Corinthians 13:5; Matthew 5:1-16 Introduction

Introspection Encouraged 2 Corinthians 13:5

Christian Character Matthew 5:1-12

Christian Influence Matthew 5:13-16 Salt

Light

Resolutions?

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Bishop Creek Community Church 12-23-12 “The Incarnation: The Word Became Flesh”

4 in a series on The Incarnation

John 1:1-18 Introduction Hebrews 1:1-3

The Divine Word John 1:1-5

The Divine Light John 1:6-13 John 3:19-21 John 8:12

The Divine Word Became Flesh John 1:14-18 • Word Became Flesh (1 John 1:1-3) • Dwelt Among Us (Exodus 40:34-35) • Revealed the Glory of God • He Dispensed Grace

Why Did He Do This? Galatians 4:4-5

Positively Absolutely Fundamental 1 John 4:2-3 2 John 7

The Plan of Redemption John 3:16-17

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Bishop Creek Community Church 12-16-12 “The Incarnation: Kenosis and the Glory”

3 in a series on The Incarnation

Philippians 2:1-11; John 17:5 Introduction Review

Pinnacle of Servanthood The Exhortation Philippians 2:1-4

“Have this attitude” Philippians 2:5

The Divine Right Philippians 2:6

The Kenosis Philippians 2:7

The Way back to Glory Philippians 2:8

The Glory Restored Philippians 2:9-11

Our Example

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Bishop Creek Community Church 12-9-12 “The Incarnation: Conception of the Virgin Birth”

2 in a series on The Incarnation

Luke 1:26-55; Matthew 1:18-25 Introduction Review: Genesis 3:15; Isaiah 7:14, 9:6; Micah 5:2-5

In Other Words:

The Conception of the Virgin Birth The Means of the Incarnation Luke 1:26-38; Matthew 1:18-25

The Holy Spirit Matthew 1:18-25

The Importance of the Virgin Birth

The Magnificat! Luke 1:39-55

Chalcedon 451 A.D.

The Anticipation of the Christmas Presence

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Bishop Creek Community Church 12-2-12 “The Incarnation: The Christ-Child Foretold”

1 in a series on The Incarnation

Introduction Definition:

How will He come to be? Genesis 2-3

What will be His lineage? 2 Samuel 7:12-16; Isaiah 11:10

What will characterize Him? Isaiah 7:14; 9:1-7

Where will He be born? Micah 5:2

When will He be born? Malachi 3:1; Daniel 9:24-27

The Anticipation of the Christmas Presence

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Bishop Creek Community Church 11-25-12 “Psalm 103: Membership has Its Benefits”

Psalm 103

Introduction

Grace & Mercy Verses 1-5

Merciful Grace Verses 6-12

Compassionate Grace Verses 13-18

Sovereign Grace Verses 19-22

Conclusion

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Bishop Creek Community Church 11-18-12 “Theology of Psalm 23”

Psalm 23

Introduction

Sovereignty, or Lordship Verse 1

Provision Verse 2

Promise Verse 3

Protection Verse 4

Prosperity Verse 5

Perpetuity Verse 6

The Good Shepherd John 10

The Theology of a Caring God

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Bishop Creek Community Church 11-11-12 “Romans: The Gospel Road-Road Closed!”

6 in a series on Romans: The Gospel Road

Romans 3:1-20

Introduction

OBJECTIONS OVERRULED What Advantage has the Jew? Verses 1-2

Isn’t God still Faithful? Verses 3-4

I thought we were helping Verses 5-6

Desperate Twisted Logic Verses 7-8

CLOSING ARGUMENTS You Know this to be true! Verses 9-18

FINAL VERDICT No Defense Verses 19-20

Directions

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Bishop Creek Community Church 11-4-12 “The Day After”

Psalm 34

Introduction 4 Truths Psalm 45:6 God is still on the throne Job 42:2 God's plans will not be thwarted John 10:28-29 Our salvation is still secure in Jesus Matthew 28:18-20 We still have a mandate

1 Samuel 21:10-15

WORSHIP Praise Verses 1-3

Prayer Verses 4-6

Protection Verse 7

Proclamation Verse 8

Promise Verses 9-10

WITNESS Peace Verses 11-14

Preservation Verses 15-22

Conclusion

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Bishop Creek Community Church 10-28-12 “Romans: The Gospel Road-Dead End!”

5 in a series on Romans: The Gospel Road

Romans 2:17-29

Introduction

Yes, Even You! Verses 17-18

Oh,…You Think So? Verses 19-20

Let Me Help You Verses 21-24

A “True Jew” Verses 25-29

Directions

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Bishop Creek Community Church 10-14-12 “Romans: The Gospel Road-Danger!”

4 in a series on Romans: The Gospel Road

Romans 2:1-16

Introduction

The Inescapability of God’s Judgment Verse 1-4

The Impartiality of God’s Judgment Verses 5-11

The Universality of God’s Judgment Verses 12-16

Conclusions

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Bishop Creek Community Church 10-7-12 “Wrong Way!”

3 in a series on Romans: The Gospel Road

Romans 1:18-32

Introduction

The Wrath of God Verse 18-20

The Downward Progression of Human Depravity Verses 21-23

Judicial Abandonment Verses 24-32

Conclusions

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Bishop Creek Community Church 9-30-12 “On Ramp”

2 in a series on Romans: The Gospel Road

Romans 1:8-17

Introduction

Verse 8-15

Verses 16-17 The Source of the Gospel

The Nature of the Gospel

The Purpose of the Gospel

The Scope of the Gospel

The Reception of the Gospel

The Efficacy of the Gospel

The Outcome of the Gospel

Conclusions

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Bishop Creek Community Church 9-23-12 “Road Begins”

1 in a series on Romans: The Gospel Road

Romans 1:1-7

Introduction

The Sender

The Recipient

The Road Trip

The Impact

Romans 1:1-7 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. Conclusions

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Bishop Creek Community Church 9-16-12 “The B-I-B-L-E: Canonicity"

6 in a series on The B-I-B-L-E

2 Peter 1:20-21; 2 Timothy 3:16

Introduction

Special Revelation of the Written Word

Definition of Canonicity:

Canon

Key Factors of Canonicity Old Testament --Romans 3:1; Zechariah 7:12 New Testament --John 14:26, 16:13-15

Tests of Canonicity 2 Peter 1:20-21 2 Timothy 3:16 1 Corinthians 2:12-13 1 Peter 1:10-12, 22-25

Manuscript Reliability Dead Sea Scrolls Apocrypha

Conclusions

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Bishop Creek Community Church 9-9-12 “The B-I-B-L-E: Trustworthiness"

5 in a series on The B-I-B-L-E

Psalm 119:89-104

Introduction

Trustworthiness

EFCA Statement of Faith Chicago Statement of Inerrancy

Quotes F.A.C.E.S. F A C E S

Psalm 119

Implications

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Bishop Creek Community Church 9-2-12 “The B-I-B-L-E: Illumination"

4 in a series on The B-I-B-L-E

1 Corinthians 2; John 16:13-15

Introduction

How the Word of God Makes it to Us

Definition of Illumination

1 Corinthians 2

Wind Up

This Present Darkness

Implications

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Bishop Creek Community Church 8-26-12 “The B-I-B-L-E: Sufficiency"

3 in a series on The B-I-B-L-E

Psalm 19:1-14

Introduction

How much do we need to know? Deuteronomy 29:29

Synonyms Psalm 119

General Revelation Psalm 19:1-6

Special Revelation Psalm 19:7-10

Personal Revelation Psalm 19:11-14

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Bishop Creek Community Church 8-19-12 “The B-I-B-L-E: Necessity"

2 in a series on The B-I-B-L-E

Psalm 1

Introduction General Revelation: Special Revelation:

How Blessed is the Man Verse 1

The Awe of the Law Verse 2

The Metaphor Verse 3 Jeremiah 17:5-8

Not So the Wicked! Verse 4

Future Reward Verse 5

Two Roads Verse 6

The Word

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Bishop Creek Community Church 8-12-12 “The B-I-B-L-E: Authority"

1 in a series on The B-I-B-L-E

2 Timothy 3:1-4:5

Introduction

This Present Darkness 2 Timothy 3:1-9

Piercing the Darkness 2 Timothy 3:10-15

Theopnuestas “God-Breathed” 2 Timothy 3:16-17 2 Peter 1:20-21

“Preach the Word” 2 Timothy 4:1-5

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Bishop Creek Community Church 8-5-12 “The Gospel Marries"

12 in a series on The Gospel

Revelation 19:6-9

Introduction

Old Testament References *Genesis 2:18-24 One Flesh Isaiah 54:5-6 Isaiah 62:5 Hosea 2:19 Jeremiah 2:32

New Testament References Matthew 22:1-10 Matthew 26:29 Mark 12:18-25 Ephesians 5:22-32 1 Corinthians 11:7 2 Corinthians 11:2

The Marriage Supper of the Lamb *Revelation 19:6-9 Revelation 21:2, 9-27, 22:17

Full Restoration Revelation 21:5

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Bishop Creek Community Church 7-29-12 “The Gospel Magnify"

11 in a series on The Gospel

1 Corinthians 15

Introduction

Once Upon a Time Genesis

Anticipation Romans 8: 19-24

Restoration 1 Corinthians 15:35-38; 42-49

Happily Ever After 1 Corinthians 15: 50-57

Therefore 1 Corinthians 15: 58

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Bishop Creek Community Church 7-22-12 “The Gospel Methods"

10 in a series on The Gospel

John 3:1-21

Introduction

A Night Visitor John 3:1-9

Teaching the Teacher of Israel John 3:10-15

The Evangel John 3:16-21

The Challenge

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Bishop Creek Community Church 7-15-12 “The Gospel Morphoo (Meta)"

9 in a series on The Gospel

Romans 12:2; 2 Corinthians 3:18

Introduction 1 Corinthians 15:2 1 Peter 1:14-16

The Author and Perfector of our Faith Hebrews 12:2

Image is Everything! Genesis 1:26-27 Romans 8:29; Colossians 3:10

Transformation “Metamorphoo” Romans 12:1-2 Philippians 2:12

Dependent Responsibility Philippians 1:6

Discipleship- What does that like?

The Spectrum 2 Corinthians 3:12-18

Eventually, We’ll Get There 1 John 3:2 1 Corinthians 15:49 Hebrews 12:23

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Bishop Creek Community Church 7-8-12 “The Gospel Miracle"

8 in a series on The Gospel

Ephesians 2:1-22; Ezekiel 37:1-14

Introduction

Ephesians 2:1-3. Dead Men Walking

Ephesians 2:4. The Motivating Factor

Ephesians 2:5-7. Made Alive in Christ

Ephesians 2:8-9. It’s All a Gift

Ephesians 2:10. Works To FOLLOW Faith

Ephesians 2:11-12. Absolute Desperation

Ephesians 2:13. Positional Holiness

Ephesians 2:14-16. The Peacemaker

Ephesians 2:17-18. Positional Holiness…Again!

Ephesians 2:19-22. Built-In

Ezekiel 37:1-14. A Lasting Picture

The Charge

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Bishop Creek Community Church 7-1-12 “The Gospel Majesty"

7 in a series on The Gospel

Isaiah 5-6

Introduction

Chapter 5. The Condition of the Nation

The Vision. Isaiah 6:1

The Seraphim. Isaiah 6:2-3

Self-Realization. Isaiah 6:4-5

Atonement. Isaiah 6:6-7

Isaiah’s Commission. Isaiah 6:8-10

Until When? Isaiah 6:11-12

The Remnant. Isaiah 6:13

The Charge

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Bishop Creek Community Church 6-24-12 “The Gospel Mystery"

6 in a series on The Gospel

Matthew 13:1-9; 18-23

Introduction

Hard Soil. Matthew 13:18-19

Rocky Soil. Matthew 13:20-21

Thorny Soil. Matthew 13:22

Fertile Soil. Matthew 13:23

The Mission “Field”

Your Own “Field”

The Charge

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Bishop Creek Community Church 6-17-12 “The Gospel Modeled"

5 in a series on The Gospel

Psalm 78:1-8; Deuteronomy 6:4-9; Titus 2:1-8

Introduction

Psalm 78:1-8

Deuteronomy 6:4-9

Titus 2:1-8

The 4-14 Window

The Charge

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Bishop Creek Community Church 6-10-12 “The Gospel Minimal"

4 in a series on The Gospel

Galatians 1:1-11

Introduction

2 Corinthians 11:1-6 The Concern

1 John 4:1-3 The Exhortation

The Gospel Minimal

Galatians 1:1-11 No other Gospel

“A Different Gospel” 1. Cults 2. Humanism, Atheism 3. “Christian” Ease 4. Cult-ure

The Charge

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Bishop Creek Community Church 6-3-12 “The Gospel Machine"

3 in a series on The Gospel

Romans 3:21-26 (Components of the Gospel Call) Review

The Gospel Machine:

7 Components of the Gospel Call Condition- Consequences- Cure - Comprehension/Conviction- Calling- Contrition- Conversion- (Confirmation)

One Sentence Evangelism--Romans 3:21-26 1. 2. 3. 4.

The Charge

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Bishop Creek Community Church 5-27-12 “The Gospel Mandate"

2 in a series on The Gospel

Matthew 28:18-20; Mark 16:15; Luke 24:45-49; John 20:21; Acts 1:8

Review

Core Values

The Great “CO”- Mission Matthew 28:18-20 Romans 6:1-10

Reasons Why

Vision

Answering the Call

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Bishop Creek Community Church 5-20-12 “The Gospel Message"

1 in a series on The Gospel

2 Corinthians 5:17-21; 1 Corinthians 15:1-4

Introduction

The Concern

2 Corinthians 5:17-21 The Call

Why So Critical?

1 Corinthians 15:1-4 The Core

1 Corinthians 15:20-22 The Context Romans 5:12 Genesis 3:15

The Challenge

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Bishop Creek Community Church 5-13-12 “Be Reconciled to God” Pre in a series on The Gospel Steve Stutler 2 Corinthians 5:16-21

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Bishop Creek Community Church 4-29-12 “Joshua: The Legacy of a Pastor"

23 in a series on Joshua: The LORD is Salvation

Joshua 24:28-33; Judges 1-2:10

Review

Three Epitaphs in Ephraim Joshua 24:29-33

Military Compromise Judges 1:1-2:5

Out Go the Lights? Judges 2:6-10

Model Behavior Deuteronomy 6:1-9

The Final Charge

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Bishop Creek Community Church 4-22-12 “Joshua: We Will Serve the LORD"

22 in a series on Joshua: The LORD is Salvation

Joshua 24:1-28

Introduction

Before God at Shechem Joshua 24:1

Review of Redemptive History Joshua 24:2-13 -Suzerain/Vassal Treaty

Covenant Renewal Ceremony Joshua 24:14-24

Covenant “Documentation” Joshua 24:25-28

The Charge

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Bishop Creek Community Church 4-15-12 “Joshua: The Warning Label"

21 in a series on Joshua: The LORD is Salvation

Joshua 23

Introduction

More Work to Do Joshua 23:1-5

Safeguards to Continued Blessing Joshua 23:6-11

Consequences of Spiritual Compromise Joshua 23:12-16

The Charge

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Bishop Creek Community Church 4-8-12 “Beyond the Veil”

2 in an Easter Series "Beyond the Veil"

Introduction

A Shadow of Good Things to Come

What Happened? Matthew 27:45-54

What Did it Mean? Hebrews 9:11-15

A New and Living Way Hebrews 10:19-20

Sunday Morning Sonrise

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Bishop Creek Community Church 4-1-12 “Sacred Space and the Sanctuary of God" -or- “Can I Get Close to God?”

1 in an Easter Series "Beyond the Veil"

Introduction “Sacred Space”

Primordial Edenic Temple & The Great Divorce Genesis 2-3

Cosmic Temple Ezekiel 28:11-16

The “Blueprint” for Relationship Ephesians 1:3-4

Prescription for the Sanctuary Exodus 26,27,30

Prescriptions for the Priests Exodus 28,29

A Distant God?

The High Priest John 12:12-16

Standing Before the Veil

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Bishop Creek Community Church 3-25-12 “Joshua: Altared States"

20 in a series on Joshua: The LORD is Salvation

Joshua 22

Introduction

Released with a Blessing…and a Caution Joshua 22:1-9

“Altared” State? Joshua 20:19-12

Called to Account Joshua 22:13-20

A Valid Defense? Joshua 22:21-25

Ah, Another Monument! They Get it! Joshua 22:26-29

It’s All Good Joshua 22:30-31

They Get It Too! Joshua 22:32-33

The Witness Joshua 22:34

The Charge

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Bishop Creek Community Church 3-18-12 “Joshua: Sentries, Heralds and Birthday Cake Candles"

18 in a series on Joshua: The LORD is Salvation

Joshua 21, Numbers 35:1-8

Introduction

Pastures for Pastors Joshua 21:1-8

The Cities of the Aaronites Joshua 21:9-19

The Cities of the Remaining Kohathites Joshua 21:20-26

The Cities of the Gershonites Joshua 21:27-33

The Cities of the Meranites Joshua 21:34-40

No Falling Words Joshua 21:41-45

The Candles Fade Ezekiel 34

The Charge

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Bishop Creek Community Church 3-11-12 “Joshua: The Cities of Refuge"

18 in a series on Joshua: The LORD is Salvation

Joshua 20:1-9; Numbers 35; Deuteronomy 19

Introduction

Profession Joshua 20:1-2

Purpose Joshua 20:3

Preliminary Trial Joshua 20:4

Prosecutor Joshua 20:5

Process Joshua 20:6

Places Joshua 20:7-8

Précis (Summary) Joshua 20:9

The Charge

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Bishop Creek Community Church 3-4-12 “Joshua: Last of the Lots of Lots of Land"

17 in a series on Joshua: The LORD is Salvation

Joshua 18-19

Introduction

Shiloh Joshua 18:1-10

Benjamin Joshua 18:11-28

The Tribes Joshua 19

The BIG Picture Hebrews 6:13-20, 9:15

The Charge

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Bishop Creek Community Church 2-26-12 “Joshua: Territories: Borders and Boarders"

16 in a series on Joshua: The LORD is Salvation

Joshua 15-17

Introduction

The Judahites. Joshua 15

The Ephraimites. Joshua 16

The Manassites. Joshua 17

Things in Common.

The Charge

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Bishop Creek Community Church 2-19-12 “Joshua: Caleb: You Go, Dog!"

15 in a series on Joshua: The LORD is Salvation

Joshua 14

Introduction

The Allotment Joshua 14:1-5

His Nature Numbers 13:1- 14:38

The Request Joshua 14:6-12

Request Granted Joshua 14:13-15

Taking Hebron Joshua 15:13-19

The Charge

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Bishop Creek Community Church 2-12-12 “Joshua: The Inheritance"

14 in a series on Joshua: The LORD is Salvation

Joshua 13

Introduction

The Reading of the Will 13:1-7

Transjordanian Overview 13:8-14

Inheritance of the Reubenites 13:15-23

Inheritance of the Gadites 13:24-28

Inheritance of the Half-Tribe of Manasseh 13:29-31

Epilogue 13:32-33

Ephesians 1:1-19

The Charge

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Bishop Creek Community Church 2-5-12 “Joshua: The Rest of War"

13 in a series on Joshua: The LORD is Salvation

Joshua 11-12

Introduction

Review

Victory in the North 11:1-15

Victories Reviewed 11:16-23

A Bad List to Be On 12:1-24

The Charge

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Bishop Creek Community Church 1-29-12 “Joshua: What a Difference a Day Makes"

12 in a series on Joshua: The LORD is Salvation

Joshua 10:16-43

Introduction

Review 9-10:11

In the Light of Day 10:12-15

Checkmate! 10:16-27

At the End of the Day 10:28

Southern Campaign 10:29-39

Summary Judgment 10:40-43

The Charge

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Bishop Creek Community Church 1-22-12 "Where God Is"

Psalm 139:7-10 Andy Burchett

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Bishop Creek Community Church 1-15-12 “Joshua: An Oath of Integrity"

11 in a series on Joshua: The LORD is Salvation

Joshua 9-10:15

Introduction

The Response 9:1-2

The Ruse 9:3-15

The Result 9:16-21

The Requirements 9:22-27

Stepping It Up 10:1-15

400 Years Later 2 Samuel 21:1-9

The Charge

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Bishop Creek Community Church 1-8-12 “Joshua: Finally, Ai!"

10 in a series on Joshua: The LORD is Salvation

Joshua 8

Introduction

God’s Directive. 8:1-2

The Plan. 8:3-9

The Plan in Action. 8:10-17

The Javelin. 8:18-23

Wrapping Up. 8:24-29

An Altar and the Reading of the Law. 8:30-35

The Charge

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Bishop Creek Community Church 1-1-12 “How’s That Working Out for Ya?"

Psalm 90

Introduction

Recognition of God 90:1-2

Relegation of Man 90:3-6

Result of Israel’s Actions 90:7-11

The Request of Moses 90:12-17

The Charge

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Community Christmas Service... Calvary Baptist, First Presbyterian Bishop, Bishop Creek Community Church 12-25-11 Pastor Kelly Larson

“DOES ANYBODY KNOW WHAT CHRISTMAS IS ALL ABOUT?”
MYTHS OF CHRISTMAS
FIGGIE PUDDING AND THE MIND OF ENTITLEMENTS
THREE TRUTHS- WHAT DOES THE BIBLE ACTUALLY SAY? Luke 2:10 But the angel said to them, “Do not be afraid; for behold, I bring you good news of great joy which will be for all the people; 11 for today in the city of David there has been born for you a Savior, who is Christ the Lord. 12 “This will be a sign for you: you will find a baby wrapped in cloths and lying in a manger.” 13 And suddenly there appeared with the angel a multitude of the heavenly host praising God and saying, 14 “Glory to God in the highest, And on earth peace among men with whom He is pleased.”
Good News (What’s going to happen?)
A Savior, who is Christ the Lord (Who’s going to do it?)
Peace (How he going to do it?)
The Presence
The Gift
The Invitation

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Bishop Creek Community Church 12-18-11 “Immanuel: God with Us" Isaiah 7:14, 9:6-7, Matthew 1:21-23

Introduction

The Master’s Plan Galatians 4:3-5

The Person John 1:1-2, 14

The Promise Fulfilled Matthew 1:21-23

The Dwelling Places of God

The Sign Isaiah 7:14

His Nature Isaiah 9:6-7

Modern Day Temple John 14:17-20

The Future Temple Revelation 21:1-5

The Charge

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Bishop Creek Community Church 12-11-11 ““Joshua: Sin in the Camp"

9 in a series on Joshua: The LORD is Salvation

Joshua 7:1-26

Introduction

Sin in the Camp. 7:1

Defeat at Ai. 7:2-5

Pity Party. 7:6-9

Settin’ Joshua Straight. 7:10-15

The Ousting and the Confession . 7:16-21

Case Closed. 7:22-23

A Cleansing. 7:24-26

The Charge

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Bishop Creek Community Church 12-4-11 “Joshua: The Captain of the Host of the Lord"

8 in a series on Joshua: The LORD is Salvation

Joshua 5:13-6:27

Introduction

The Encounter. 5:13–6:5

Relaying the Command. 6:6-7

Obedience. 6:8-15

Deliverance God's Way. 6:16-21

Promises Kept 6:22-25

The Curse 6:26

The Presence 6:27

The Charge

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“Total Lordship: Walking in the Light" A series on Total Lordship: The Lordship of Christ Ken Cluff 1 John 1:6-2:11

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"Total Lordship: Apposite Thanks"

14 in a series on Total Lordship: The Lordship of Christ

Matthew 18:21-35

Introduction

Personal Offenses 18:21-22

Inconceivable Grace 18:23-27

A Poor Response 18:28-30

The Consequence 18:31-35

The Charge

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Bishop Creek Community Church 11-13-11 “Joshua: A Covenant Community…Again"

7 in a series on Joshua: The LORD is Salvation

Joshua 5:1-12

Introduction

Good News Travels Fast 5:1 • Deuteronomy 7:24; 11:25

A Covenant Restored 5:2-7 • Genesis 17:1-14

Egypt: A Distant Memory 5:8-9

Back on Track 5:10-12

The Charge • Romans 2:29 • Colossians 2:11-13

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“Joshua: Monumental Faith"

6 in a series on Joshua: The LORD is Salvation

Joshua 4:1-24

Review

Memorial Stones 4:1-8

Stones in the Jordan 4:9

Review 4:10-11

Ready for Battle 4:12-14

The Big Swoosh 4:15-18

What Do These Stones Mean? 4:19-24

The Charge

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“Joshua: The Cross Over"

5 in a series on Joshua: The LORD is Salvation

Joshua 3:1-17

Introduction

Marching Orders 3:1-4

“Consecrate Yourselves” 3:5-6

“The Living is God Among You” 3:7-13

The Great Divide 3:14-17

The Charge

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“Joshua: Rahab’s Expression of Faith"

4 in a series on Joshua: The LORD is Salvation

Joshua 2:1-21

Introduction

The House of Rahab 2:1

The Actions of Rahab 2:2-7

The Faith of Rahab 2:8-14

The Promise to Rahab 2:15-21

The Charge

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"Joshua: Obedient Hearts"

3 in a series on Joshua: The LORD is Salvation

Joshua 1:10-18

Introduction

The Grid

The Response 1:10-11

The Reminder 1:12-13

The Position 1:14

The Goal 1:15

What a Difference 40 years makes 1:16-18

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"Joshua: Be Strong and Courageous"

2 in a series on Joshua: The LORD is Salvation

Joshua 1:1-9

Introduction

Time To Move. 1-2

Verification of Boundaries. 3-4

Reaffirmation. 5

Encouragement with a condition. 6

The Condition of Success. 7-8

Assurance of His Presence. 9

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"Joshua: The Making of a Leader" Numbers 27:12-23

1 in a series on Joshua: The Lord is Salvation

Introduction

Seasoned Warrior - Exodus 17:9-14

In The Thick of it - Exodus 24:13

Longevity - Numbers 11:28

Name Change - Numbers 11:28

Determined - Numbers 14:6-10, 30, 38

Indwelt by the Holy Spirit - Numbers 27:18

Commission by God - Numbers 27:12-23

Followed Lord Fully - Numbers 32:12

Commissioned Again - Deuteronomy 31:23

Filled with Spirit of Wisdom - Deuteronomy 34:9

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"Selah and the Sovereignty of God" Job 38-42

Introduction

Sovereignty: What is it?

The Decree of God - Psalm 33:10-11

Proverbs 19:21
Ephesians 1:11

Theology 101 - Job 27-31

Class in Session - Job 38-42

Class Dismissed

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"Total Lordship: Walking by the Spirit" Galations 5:13-26

13 in a series on Total Lordship: The Lordship of Christ

Introduction

Freedom - Galations 5:13-15

Boundaries - Galations 5:16-18

Works of the Flesh - Galations 5:19-21

Fruit of the Spirit - Galations 5:22-23

Logical Conclusion - Galations 5:24-26

Information, Transformation, Reformation

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"Total Lordship: Hidden With Christ" Colossians 3:1-17

12 in a series on Total Lordship: The Lordship of Christ

Introduction

Raised With Christ - Colossians 3:1-4

Mercy Killing - Colossians 3:5-11

A New Wardrobe - Colossians 3:12-17

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"Total Lordship: A Measure of Faith" Romans 12:3-8; Matthew 25:14-30

11 in a series on Total Lordship: The Lordship of Christ

Introduction

The Measure of Faith - Romans 12:3-8

The Call of Faith - Matthew 25:14-18

The Proportion of Obedient Faith - Matthew 25:19-23

An Unknown Master - Matthew 25:24-27

Consequences of Slothfulness - Matthew 25: 28-30

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"Total Lordship: Worshiping Without Blemish" Romans 12:1-2

10 in a series on Total Lordship: The Lordship of Christ

Introduction

The Appeal of Consecration

The Act of Consecration

The Argument of Consecration

The Action of Consecration

The Achievement of Consecration

The Admonition of Consecration

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"Total Lordship: Lord of the Fellowship" 1 Corinthians 12:12-27

9 in a series on Total Lordship: The Lordship of Christ

Introduction

The Basis

The Illustration

The Nature

The Symbol

The Danger

The Result

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We Were Raised to Walk in the Newness of Life

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"The Right Christ" Genesis 5

Adam, lived 930 years

Seth, lived 912 years

Enosh, lived 905 years

Cainan, lived 910 years

Mahalaleel, lived 895 years

Jared, lived 962 years

Enoch, lived 365 years (and then was no more)

Methuselah, lived 969 years

Lamech, lived 777 years

Noah, lived 950 years

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"Total Lordship: Illogical Faith" Joshua 5:13-6:5

8 in a series on Total Lordship: The Lordship of Christ

Introduction

The Encounter - 5:13–6:5

Relaying the Command - 6:6-7

Obedience - 6:8-15

Deliverance God's Way - 6:16-21

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"Total Lordship: Lord Over Anxiety" Matthew 6:25-34

7 in a series on Total Lordship: The Lordship of Christ

Introduction

Willing- 25-27
Able- 28-30
Timely- 31-32
Eternal Purpose- 33
Result- 33-34

Information, Transformation, Reformation -The Command:

-Our Thinking:

-Our Priorities:

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"Total Lordship: Deadly Delusion" Matthew 7:13-23

6 in a series on Total Lordship: The Lordship of Christ

Introduction

The Narrow Gate- 13-14
Sign of a Prophet- 15-20
Deadly Delusion- 21-23
Choose Well- 24-27

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"Total Lordship:A Mind Set on the Spirit" Romans 8:1-17, 26-27

5 in a series on Lordship: "Total Lordship: The Lordship of Christ"

Introduction

The Law of the Flesh (1-4)
MindSet is Everything (5-8)
Assurance of the Spirit (9-11)
Who's Got the Power? (12-17)
Desire of the Spirit (26-27)

Information, Transformation, Reformation

Frustration and Praise- 24-25
Can't Stop There- Romans 8; Philippians 3:12-14

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"Total Lordship: Waging War" Romans 7:14-25

4 in a series on Lordship: "Total Lordship: The Lordship of Christ"

Introduction - Galations 5:17 - Post conversion

Baggage- 14-16
An Unwelcomed Guest- 17-20
Mindset- 21-23
Frustration and Praise- 24-25
Can't Stop There- Romans 8; Philippians 3:12-14

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"Total Lordship: Kingdom of Sin" Romans 6:15-23

3 in a series on "Total Lordship: The Lordship of Christ"

Introduction

Sky View- Genesis 2:17; 3:6-7, 21-24
Bird's Eye View- 2 Chronicles 5-7
Street View- Ezekial 9:3,9-10, 10:3-4, 10:18
Telescopic- Romans 6:15-23
Microscopic- Psalm 139:23

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Pioneering Lordship

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"Total Lordship: Getting the Gospel Right" Romans 6:1-14

2 in a series on Total Lordship: The Lordship of Christ

Introduction

One Gospel - Many Distortions

Getting the Right Gospel Romans 6:1-14 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 10. 9.

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"Total Lordship: Follow Me!"

1 in a series on Total Lordship: The Lordship of Christ

Introduction

Matthew 28:18-20 The Mandate

Luke 9:23 The Conditions

Luke 9:57-62 Would-Be Followers

Luke 14:25-27 The Cost

Luke 18:18-27 The Caveat

Luke 18:28-30, John 12:26 The Reward

Information, Transformation, Reformation 1. Why Does He want to be Lord? 2. Why Don't We? 3. Stages of Lordship

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"Do You Love Me?" John 21:15-25

40 in a series on John: "That You May Believe".

Introduction

John 21:15-17 Peter's Restoration

John 21:18-19 Peter's Future

John 21:20-23 Peter's Distraction

John 21:24 Stamp of Approval

John 21:25 Justification

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"John- Breakfast with the Boys" John 21:1-14

39 in a series on John: "That You May Believe"

Introduction

John 21:1-3 Jesus Appears in Galilee

John 21:4-8 Stranger on the Shore

John 21:9-14 Ah, Breakfast with Christ

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"John- Peace Be With You" John 20:19-31

38 in a series on John: "That You May Believe"

Introduction

John 20:19-20 Jesus Appears

John 20:21-23 The Commission

John 20:24-29 Doubting Thomas

John 20:30-31 Purpose Statement

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"The Empty Tomb" John 20:1-18

37 in a series on John: "That You May Believe"

Introduction

John 20:1-10 The Empty Tomb

John 20:11-18 Mary Magdalene

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Communion Service

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"John- What Are The Odds?" John 19:16-42

36 in a series on John: "That You May Believe"

Introduction

John 19:16-18 The Crucifixion

John 19:19-22 "The King of the Jews"

John 19:23-25 Casting Lots

John 19:26-27 Behold Your Son

John 19:28-30 "It is Finished"

John 19:31-37 To Fulfill the Scripture

John 19:38-42 The Burial

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"An Empty Tomb, or Else"

Introduction

Assumptions

Promise of a Redeemer -Genesis 2:15-17, 3:1-15

The Resurrection Account -Matthew 28:1-15; John 20:3-10

Theories Denying the Resurrection -Swoon

-Theft

-Hallucination

-Wrong Tomb

-Others

Proofs of the Gospel

What if? -1 Corinthians 15:3-4, 12-20, 26

The Good News!

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"John- What Is Truth?" John 18:28-19:15

35 in a series on John: "That You May Believe"

Introduction

John 18:28-32 Jesus before Pilate

John 18:33-38 The Question of Truth

John 18:38-19:7 Pilate Gets Worked

John 19:8-12 Who's Really in Control?

John 18:13-15 Auto Pilate

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"Despised and Forsaken of Men" John 18:1-27

34 in a series on John: "That You May Believe"

Introduction

John 18:1-14 The Arrest

John 18:15-18 Peter's First Denial

John 18:19-24 The Arraignment

John 18:25-27 The Cock Crows

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"That They May Be One" John 17

33 in a series on John: "That You May Believe"

Introduction

John 17:1-5 Jesus Prays for Himself

John 17:6-19 Jesus Prays for His Disciples

John 17:20-21 Jesus Prays for the World

John 17:22-26 Perfection in Unity

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"The Darkest Hour, The Finest Hour" John 16:16-33

32 in a series on John: "That You May Believe"

Introduction

John 16:16-24 Confusion Among the Troops

John 16:25-28 Of the Father

John 16:29-33 Clarity and Proleptic Vision

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"The Promised Holy Spirit" John 16:1-15

31 in a series on John: "That You May Believe"

Introduction

John 16:1-4 Revelation of Rejection of Disciples

John 16:5-11 Revelation of the Spirit the World

John 16:12-15 Revelation of the Spirit to Disciples

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"Life on the Vine" John 15:1-27

30 in a series on John: "That You May Believe"

Introduction:

Setting:

Background: -Israel. Isaiah 5:1-7, Jeremiah 2:21, Ezekial 15.

John 15:1-11 -What is the main point?

-What does it mean?

-What are the results? i. ii. iii. iv.

-Levels of Fruit

-What is the fruit?

John 15-12-17 -What is the ultimate sign of love?

-What does it mean to love one another? To exhibit unity?

John 15:18-27 -What can they expect from the world?

-What is their ultimate responsibility?

Information, Transformation, Reformation: 1. 2. 3.

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"I Believe, So I Speak" Steve Elliott 2 Corinthians 4:7-18

Outline:

The context for this teaching was a lot of hard times caused by opposition and persecution. But Paul and his friends knew a principle that made them welcome troubles...

Their weakness and their pain in such time made their witness more powerful, more convincing, more effective. (7-12)
We believe, so we speak (13-15)
What is it that we believe that moves us to speak? (14, 16-18)

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"John- Don't Be Troubled, Trust Me!" John 13:31-14:31

29 in a series on John: "That You May Believe"

Introduction

His Concern, Covering. 13:31
That He is Going. 13:33
Behave after he goes. 13:34, 14:15,21,23,24
Don't worry and Trust me while I am gone. 14:1
Where He is Going. 14:2
What He is doing (purpose). 14:3
That He will return. 14:3,18,28 (3 times)
What to do while He is gone. Call Number 4:12-13,21
Someone is in charge. 16-17, 18, 25-26
Why He is going. 14:28-31

Information, Transformation, Reformation: 1. 2. 3.

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"John: Serving Others in a 'Me First' World" John 13:1-30

28 in a series on John: "That You May Believe"

Introduction

1-11. Soul Care

12-20. 1st Century Flannel Board

21-30. "The Heel"

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"John: Summary Judgment" John 12:36-50

27 in a series on John: "That You May Believe"

Introduction

36-41. Blindness

42-43. "Bluffing"

44-50. Belief

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“John: The Hour Has Come” John 12:12-36

26 in a series on John: "That You May Believe"

Introduction

12-19. An Epice Entry

20-22. The Greeks Seek Him

23-28. The Hour has Come

29-36. 5 More Days

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"John- Unjust Conspiracy, Reckless Adoration" John 11:45-12:11

25 in a series on John: "That You May Believe"

Introduction

11:45-53. Expedient to Die

54-57. Jesus the Outlaw

12:1-8. Adoring Sacrifice

12:9-11. Extreme Behavior

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"John- Lazarus, Come Forth" John 11:1-46

24 in a series on John: "That You May Believe"

Introduction

1-16. The Report

17-37. The Response

38-44. The Miracle

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"John- I and the Father are One" John 10:22-42

23 in a series on John: "That You May Believe"

Introduction

22-24. The Demand

25-30. The Answer

The Response

32-38. The Rationale

39-42. The Result

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"John- The Good Shepherd" John 10: 1-21

22 in a series on John: "That You May Believe"

Introduction

The Shepherd. 1-6

The Door. 7-10

"Baaahd" Shephers. 11-15

The True Flock. 16

The Free Will and Authority of Christ. 17-18

Another Division. 19-21

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"Merry What? Deletions, Dilutions, and Delusions" Selected Passages

Introduction

Deletions

Dilutions

Delusions

The True Christmas

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"John- The Blind Side" John 9

21 in a series on John: "That You May Believe"

Review

Setting the Scene. Verses 1-9

Neighbors and those who knew Him. Verses 10-12

The Pharisees. Verses 13-17

The Patents. Verses 18-23

The Pharisees AGAIN! Verses 24-26

A Real Stand-Up Guy. Verses 27-34

Gaining Vision. 35-39

The Blind Remain the Same. Verses 40-41

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"John- A Matter of Truth" John 8:31-59

20 in a series on John: "That You May Believe"

Review

Free Indeed Verses 31-36

Knowing the Need Verses 37-40

Deeds of the Seed Verses 41-43

Deeds of the Weed Verses 44-49

The One Who Heeds Verses 50-55

One Who Was Freed Verses 56-59

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"John- Light of the World" John 8:12-30

19 in as series on John: "That You May Believe"

Review

Testimony of Light Verses 12-20

Incomprehension Verses 21-30

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"Say When" Philippians 4:10-20

Introduction

The Nature of the Problem

A Thank You Note

The Secret

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"Good Measure" Luke 6:37-38

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"John- In Need of Grace" John 7:33-8:11

18 in a series on John: "That You May Believe"

Review

Introduction 7:53-8:2

The Accusation 8:3-4

Setting the Trap 8:5-6

Disarming the Snare 8:7-8

The Response 8:9-11

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"The Simple Gospel" 1 Corinthians 15; Ephesians 2:8-10

The Misconception

The Cure

The Problem

The Promise

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“John- Anyone Thirsty?” John 7:32-51

17 in a series on John: "That You May Believe"

Review

Limited Time Offer Verses 32-36

Living Water Verses 37-39

A Small Stream of Followers Verses 40-44

A Flood of Trouble Verses 45-52

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"John- Jesus at the Feast of Booths" John 7:1-31

16 in a series on John: "That You May Believe"

Review

In Galilee Verses 1-9

In Cognito Verses 1-13

Temple Teaching Verses 14-24

The Response of the People Verses 25-31

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"John- True Food, True Drink" John 6:52-71

15 in a series on John: "That You May Believe"

Review

The Response to the Jews Verses 52-58

Response to the Disciples Verses 59-65

Those Who Ate Verses 66-71

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“John: Bread of Life” John 6:22-58

14 in a series on John: "That You May Believe"

Review

The Search Verses 22-25

Talk to the People Verses 26-40

Talk to the Jews Verses 41-51

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“John- The Yeast Coast of Galilee” John 6:1-21

13 in a series on John: "That You May Believe"

Review

Feeding 5000 Verses 1-15

The Boat Ride Verses 16-21

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"John- Stirring the Waters" John 5

12 in a series on John: "That You May Believe"

The Cure Verses 1-14

The Controversy Verses 15-18

The Claims Verses 19-30

The Testimonies Verses 31-47

Information, Transformation, Reformation

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“John- Stubborn Faith” John 4:43-54

11 in a series on John: "That You May Believe"

Introduction Verses 43-46

Crisis Faith Verses 47-49

Confident Faith Verse 50

Confirmed Faith Verses 51-52

Contagious Faith 53-54

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“John- White for Harvest” John 4:1-42

10 in a series on John: "That You May Believe"

Review

Chess Game Verses 1-6. Setting the Stage

Verses 7-14. Crossing the Line

Verses 15-26. Check Mate

Verses 27-30. Confusion

Verses 31-38. Fields White for Harvest

Verses 39-42. First Fruits of Samaria

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What's Eating Jonah?

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“John- He Must Increase” John 3:22-36

9 in a series on John: "That You May Believe"

Review

Verses 22-24. Duel Efforts?

Verses 25-30. A Graceful Exit of the Best Man

Verses 31-36. Supremacy of Christ' Witness

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“John- Whoever Believes In Him” John 3:1-21

8 in a series on John: "That You May Believe"

Review

Verses 1-3. Under Cover of Night

Verses 4-8. Born Again

Verses 9-15. Be Lifted Up

Verses 16-21. Whoever Believes in Him

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“John- A Lion in the Temple” John 2:12-25

7 in a series on John: "That You May Believe"

Review

Verse 12. Capernaum

Verses 13-16. Purging the Temple

Verses 17-22. The Reason

Verses 23-25. A Guarded Jesus

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“John- Manifesting Glory at Cana” John 2:1-11

6 in a series on John: "That You May Believe"

Review

Glory as the Obedient Son Verses 1-2.

Verses3-5.

Glory as the Ulitmate Purifier Verses 6-8.

Glory as the All-Providing Bridegroom Verses 9-10.

Verse 11.

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“John- We Have Found the Messiah” John 1:35-51

5 in a series on John: "That You May Believe"

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"John: Behold the Lamb of God" John 1:19-34

4 in the series

Review

Verse 1-23. The Purpose Statement

Verse 24-28. The Challenge

Verse 29-34. The Witness

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“John- The Word Made Flesh” John 1:14-18

3 in a series on John: "That You May Believe"

Review The Hypostatic Union of the Theanthropic Man?
Verse 14
The Human Birth of the God-Man
Old Testament Parallels
The Package of Grace
His Relationship to the World
Verse 15- "This is the One!"
Verse 16-18. Grace- The fulfillment of the Law

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Communion Service

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“John- The Deity of Christ” John 1:1-13

2 in a series on John: "That You May Believe"

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“John: That You May Believe” John 20:30-31

1 in a series on John: "That You May Believe"

Introduction
The Problem of Man- Gen 2:16-17; 3:4-6
The Plan of Redemption- Genesis 3:15
The Promise of God- Isaiah 53
The Purpose of the Gospel of John- 20:30-31
The Power of the Holy Spirit- Acts 1:8
The Prayer of Our Heart

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"Lamentations... A Father's Heart" Luke 15:11-32

10 in a series on Lamentations: "The Long Road Back"

Review/Introduction
Luke 15:11-16 The Son Leaves
Luke 15:17-19 Coming to His Senses
Luke 15:20-24 The Father's Response
Luke 15:25-32 The Elder Son

So What?

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"Lamentations... Don't Even Go There!"

9 in a series on Lamentations: "The Long Road Back"

Review/Introduction
Jeremiah 3:6-10
Jeremiah 10:1-5
Jeremiah 18:1-12
Jeremiah 19:1-13

So What?

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"Lamentations... That We May Be Restored" Chapter 5

8 in a series on Lamentations: "The Long Road Back"

Review/Introduction
Verse 1
Verses 2-18
Verses 19-22
Jeremiah- God's Response

So What?

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"Lamentations... Grave Character" Chapter 4

7 in a series on Lamentations: "The Long Road Back"

Review/Introduction
Verses 1-5. Things That Ought Never to Have Become
Verse 6. The Reason for Such Change
Verses 7-10. Contrast
Verse 11. Cleansed by Fire
Verse 12. Arrogance
Verses 13-16. Reason for the Fall
Verses 17-20. Wrong Focus
Verses 21-22. Justice and Mercy Prevail

So What?

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"Lamentations-Let Us Return to the Lord" Chapter 3:39-66

6 in a series on Lamentation: "The Long Road Back"

Review/Introduction
Verses 37-41. Call to Repentance
Verses 42-47. Prayer of Repentance
Verses 48-51. Personal Sorrow
Verses 52-58. Personal Lament
Verses 59-66. Persoanl Appeal

So What?

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"Lamentations-A Certain Hope" Chapter 3:19-39

5 in a series on Lamentations: "The Long Road Back"

Review/Introduction
Verse 19. Plea for Mercy
Verse 20. Prostration of the Soul
Verses 21-24. Proclamation of Hope
Prescription for Hope
Verses 25-27
Verses 28-30
Verses 31-36
Verses 37-39

So What

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"Lamentations... Afflicted Man" Chapter 3:1-18

4 in a series on Lamentations: "The Long Road Back"

Review/Introduction
Verses 1-3.
Verses 4-6.
Verses 7-9.
Verses 10-12.
Verses 13-15.
Verses 16-18.

So What?

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"Lamentations-An Abandoned Temple" Chapter 2

3 in a series on Lamentations: "The Long Road Back"

Review/Introduction
Verses 1-3. God destroys worldly pride
Verses 4-5. The Lord as an enemy
Verses 6-10. God destroys spiritual pride
Verses 11-17. A Poets Perspective
Verses 18-19. A Poets Plea
Verses 20-22. Pouring out.

So What?

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"Lamentations-An Unclean Thing" Chapter 1

2 in a series on Lamentations: "The Long Road Back"

Review/Introduction
Verses 1-3
Verses 4-7
Verses 8-10
Verses 11-17
Verses 18-19
Verses 20-22

So What?

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"Lamentations... Evil in the Sight of the Lord"

1 in a series on Lamentations: The Long Road Back

Why Lamentations?
History of Lamentations
Structure of Lamentations
Jeremiah: The Author
How Did It Get to This Point?

So What?

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"The Lamb of God”

Genesis 3:15

Exodus 12:5

Leviticus

Isaiah 53:3

John 1:29

Matthew 27:46

Psalm 22:1

1 Peter 1:18-19

2 Corinthians 5:21

"Role Call" Revelation 20:12

Revelation 20:15

Revelation 21:27

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"Unleavened Bread"

The Triumphal Entry - Luke 19:28-40

The Shadow- Exodus 12:1-27

The Affirmation- John 6:25-70

The Result- Colossians 1:13-14

So What?

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"At Your Service, Lord" Exodus; Leviticus; Hebrews; Romans

3 in series on Worship entitled "In Spirit and in Truth"

Review Proskyneo Sebomai Latreao

Exodus 24-30

Leviticus 6-8

Hebrews

Romans 12

So What?

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"Worship and the Glory of God" Exodus 33:17-23; John 1:14-18

2 in a series on Worship entitled "In Spirit and in Truth"

Review

Adam

Shekinah Glory

Moses- Exodus 33:17-23

The Veil

The Veil Torn- John 1:14-18; Hebrews 1:1-3

So What?

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"What is Worship?" John 4:19-26

1 in a series on Worship entitled "In Spirit and in Truth"

Introduction- What is Worship?

Of God

In Spirit

In Truth

Worship: What it isn't

Worship: What it is

What is the Goal of Worship?

So What?

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Psalm 68

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"Finally Rome" Acts 28

41 in a series on Acts

Review

Acts 28:1-10 Malta - Refuge in the Storm

Acts 28:11-31 Rome Time

Acts Paul's Future- To Infinity and Beyond

So What? Acts 29- Where do we go from here? 1. 2. 3.

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"Shipwreck" Acts 27

40 in a series on Acts

Review

Acts 27:1-12 Paul Sails for Rome

Acts 27:13-38 The Storm at Sea

Acts 27:39-44 The Shipwreck

So What? 4 Anchors

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"I Appeal to Caesar"

Acts 25-26

39 in Acts series

Review

Acts 25:1-5 Welcome to job, Festus

Acts 25:6-12 Appeal to Caesar

Acts 25:13-22 Festus needs help

Acts 25:23-27 Paul's Introduction

Acts 26:1-4 Center Stage - Big time!

Acts 26:8-11 His Past

Acts 26:12-18 His Conversion

Acts 26:19-23 His Present

Acts 26:24-29 The Dialogue

Acts 26: 30-32 Declaration of Innocence

So What?

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"Back to Form" Acts 24

38 in a series on Acts

Review

Acts 24:1-9 The Accusations

Acts 24:10-21 Defense, Defense, Defense

Acts 24:22-23 Later, Paul

Acts 24:24-27 Back in the Game

So What?

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"Paul’s Council" Acts 23

37 in a series on Acts

Review

Acts 23:1-5 Paul Rebukes a High Priest

Acts 23:6-9 Paul Divides the Sanhedrin

Acts 23:10-11 Paul Rescued

Acts 23:12-15 The Sinister Plot

Acts 23:16-22 The Response

Acts 23:23-33 Caesarea

Acts 23:34 Paul Safe...For a Bit

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"Paul Steps Up" Acts 22:1-30

36 in a series on Acts

Review

Acts 22:1-5 Pauls' Background

Acts 22:6-11 Paul's Conversion

Acts 22:12-16 Paul's Response

Acts 22:17-21 Paul's Visit to Jerusalem

Acts 22:22-23 The Crowds Response

Acts 22:24-30 Paul in Custody

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"Paul and the Bad Rap" Acts 21:17-40

35 in a series on Acts

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"Jerusalem Bound" Acts 21:1-16

34 in as series on Acts

Introduction

Acts 21:1-6

Acts 21:7-14

Acts 21:15-16

So What? -The Easy Gospel

-The Goodness of God

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"Building for Eternity, or Wood, Hay and Stubble"

Introduction

Matthew 6:19-21 Retirement 101

Revelation 20:11-15 The Judgment Seat

2 Corinthians 5:9-10 The Bema Seat

1 Corinthians 3:10-15 Building for Eternity

So What?

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"The Invitation"

Introduction

Revelation 19:6-9

Revelation 7:13

Revelation 3:5

Matthew 22:1-10

Matthew 22:11-14

Luke 14:16-24

Deuteronomy 30:19-20

Matthew 7:13-14

Luke 2:1-14

John 3:16-18

So What?

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"Finishing the Course" Acts 20:1-38

33 in a series on Acts

Introduction

20:1-6 On to Troas

20:7-12 Eutychus

20:13-16 Paul is Focused

20:17-35 Admonition

20:36-38 Parting is Sweet but Sorrowful

So What?

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"The Battle in Ephesus" Acts 19:11-41

32 in a series on Acts

Introduction

19:11-20 A Favorable Response

19:21-22 Plans for the Future

19:23-27 Unrest Brewing

19:28-34 A Different Response

19:35-41 God Uses a Town Clerk

So What?

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"Did You Receive the Holy Spirit When You Believed?" Acts 18:23-19:10

31 in a series on Acts

Introduction

18:23 Where to now Paul?

18:24-28 Whoa! Get it straight Apollos

19:1-7 Something's Missing Here

19:8-10 Onward and Upward

So What?

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“Gratitude or Attitude?” Luke 17:11-19

Introduction

11)

12-13)

14)

15-16)

17-18)

19)

So What?

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"Jesus Christ and Him Crucified" Acts 18:1-22

30 in a series on Acts

Review

1-17) Paul in Corinth

18-22) Paul in Ephesus

22) Headin' Home

So What?

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"To The Unknown God" Acts 17:16-34

29 in a series on Acts

Review

16) What Paul Saw

16) What Paul Felt

17-21) What Paul Did

22-31) What Paul Said - 24) God is the Creator of the Universe

25) God is Sustainer of Life
26-28) God is Ruler of all Nations
28) God is Father of Human Beings
31) God is Judge of the World

31-34) The Response

So What?

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"Go, Go, Go Paul!" Acts 17:1-15

28 in a series on Acts

Review

17:1-9 At Thessalonica

17:10-15 At Berea

So What?

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"Paul's GPS" Acts 16:1-40

27 in a series on Acts

Review

1-5

6-10

11-15

16-18

19-24

25-34

35-40

So What? F A I T H sion

Acts 22:12-16 Paul's Response

Acts 22:17-21 Paul's Visit to Jerusalem

Acts 22:22-23 The Crowds Response

Acts 22:24-30 Paul in Custody

So What?

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"Another Road Trip?" Acts 15:36-41

26 in series

Review

15:36-41

John 17:11, 20-23

So What?

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"The Jerusalem Council" Acts 15:1-35

25 in a series on Acts

Review

15:1-3 The Issue in Antioch

15:4-21 The Jerusalem Council -15:4-6 The Arrival

-15:7-11 Peter Speaks

-15:12 Barnabas and Paul Speak

-15:13-21 James Gives the Letter

So What?

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"Through Many Tribulations" Acts 14

24 in a series on Acts

Review

(14:1-7) Paul and Barnabas in Iconium

(14:8-20) Paul and Barnabas in Lystra and Derbe - (14:8-10) The Healing of the Cripple

(14:11-15a) The Attempts to Worship Paul and Barnabas
(14:15b-18) The Sermon Paul Preached
(14:19-20) The Stoning of Paul

(14:21-28) Paul and Barnabas Return to Antioch

So What? Church Policy- Apostolic Instruction

Pastoral Oversight

Divine Commissioning

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"Paul Gets His Legs" Acts 13

23 in a series on Acts

Review

(13:1-8)

(13:9-12)

(13:13-25)

(13:26-37)

(13:38-41)

(13:42-52)

So What?

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"Herod Agrippa" Acts 12:1-24

22 in a series on Acts

Review

12:1-5

12:6-11

12:12-19

12:20-24

So What?

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"Peter, You've Got a Lot of 'Splanin' to Do" Acts 11:1-18

20 in a series on Acts

Review

(11:1-3)

(11:4-10)

(11:11-17)

(11:18)

So What?

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"Barnabas: Son of Encouragement" Acts 11:19-30

21 in a series on Acts

Review

4:36-37

9:26-30

11:19-30

12:25-13:5

14:23-28

15

So What?

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"Trance-formation" Acts 10:9-48

19 in a series on Acts

Review

(10:9-16)

(10:9-23)

(10:23-29)

(10:30-33)

(10:34-43)

(10:44-48)

So What?

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“Impossible! Unthinkable! Absurd!” Acts 9:31-10:8

18 in a series on Acts

Review

Lydda (9:31-35)
Joppa (9:36-42)
Cornelius (10:1-8)

So What?

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"Take a Deep Breath, Saul" Acts 9:19-31

17 in a series on Acts

Review

Conversion on the way to Damascus (9:1-19)
Brief stay in Damascus (9:19b-22)
Seclusion in Arabia (Galations 1:17)
Return to Damascus for some time (9:23)
Escape to Jerusalem (9:23-25, 2 Cor 11:32-33)
Meeting with apostles (9:26-28, Gal 1:18-19)
Departure for Syria and Celicia (9:30, Gal 1:21)
Peace and Build-up (Acts 9:31)

So What?

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"Saul Sees the Lightl" Acts 9:1-19

16 in a series on Acts

Review

Acts 9:1-2

Acts 9:3-5

Acts 9:6-9

Acts 9:10-12

Acts 9:13-14

Acts 9:15-16

Acts 9:17-19

So What?

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"Paul and the Ethiopian" Acts 8:25-40

15 in a series on Acts

Review

8:25-26

8:27-33

8:34-35

8:36-39

8:40

So What?

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"Samaria and the Spirit" Acts 8:14-17

14 in a series on Acts

Review

Acts 8:14-17

1-Stage or 2-Stage?

Were the Samaritans saved?

Descriptive or Prescriptive?

What do we know for sure?

How should we understand this passage?

Our Friends?

So What?

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"Simon Says" Acts 8:9-24

13 in a series on Acts

Introduction

Acts 8:9-11

Acts 8:12-13 -2 Views -1 Result -4 Soils Luke 8:4-15

Acts 8:14-17

Acts 8:18-24

So What?- 4 Warnings 1. 2. 3. 4.

So What?

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"Scattered Embers" Acts 8:1-8

12 in a series on Acts

Introduction

Acts 8:1-3

Acts 8:4-8

So What? God Rules over Persecution and Suffering 1. 2. 3. 4.

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"How Big is Grace?" Acts 6:8-7:60

11 in a series on Acts

Introduction

The Charge 6:8-6:15

The Defense 6:16-7:50

The Attack 7:51-53

The Response 7:54-58

The Outcome 7:59-60

So What?

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"We're All in This Together" Acts 6:1-7

10 in a series on Acts

Introduction

Acts 6:1 The Problem

Acts 6:2-6 The Solution

Acts The Principle

Acts 6:7 The Result

So What?

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"We Must Obey God Rather Than Men" Acts 5:17-42

9 in a series on Acts

Introduction

Acts 5:17-25 The Apostles Imprisoned

Acts 5:26-32 Peter's address to the Sanhedrin

Acts 5:33-42 Gamaliel's speech

So What?

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"Great Power, Great Grace, Great Cleansing, Great Fearl" Acts 4:32-5:16

8 in a series on Acts

Introduction

In Business 4:32-37

Embezzlement 5:1-6

Collusion 5:7-11

Back to Business 5:12-16

So What?

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"What's in a Name?" Acts 3

7 in a series on Acts

Review of Acts 2:42-47 The Perfect Blueprint The "c"hurch Killers Where Are We?

Acts 3:1-11- A Timely Healing

Acts 3:12-26- Peter's Second Sermon

So What?

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"Unfinished Businessl" Acts 4:1-31

6 in a series on Acts

Introduction

Acts 4:1-4 Peter and John Arrested

Acts 4:5-12 Peter before the Council

Acts 4:13-17 A Private Consultation

Acts 4:18-22 Forbidding Future Teaching

Acts 4:23-31 Back to the Gang

So What?

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"The Church Has Left the Buildingl" Acts 2:42-47

5 in a series on Acts

Review

Acts 2:42

Acts 2:43-45

Acts 2:46-47

The "c"hurch Killers 1. Tares, Wolves and Fools 2. Lemons, Geese, and Puff 3. Apathy 4. Me-ism 5. Island 6. Service

So What?

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"Peter Empoweredl" Acts 2:14-41

4 in a series on Acts

Review

How can this be? Acts 2:7-21

What does this mean? Acts 2:7, 22-36

What should we do? Acts 2:37-41

So What?

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"The Promise Fulfilledl" Acts 2:1-13

3 in a series on Acts

Review

The Promises

Pentecost

Acts 2:1-4

Acts 2:5-13

Tongues

So What?

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"Waiting in Jerusalem" Acts 1:12-26

2 in a series on Acts

Review

1:12

1:13

1:14

1:15-20

1:21-26

So What?

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"You Will Receive Power" Acts 1:1-11

1 in a series on Acts

Why Acts, Why Now?

The Acts of the Apostles?

The Importance of Acts

Acts 1:1-11

So What?

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"What Does Egeiro Mean to Me?" Matthew 28:1-8

The Resurrection

The Prediction of the Resurrection

Objections - Swoon Theory - Stolen - Hallucination - Wrong Tomb

Apostles Died Brutal Deaths

Doubt

Eternal Life

The Cross

What does Egeiro mean to you?

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"The Fullness of Time"

Introduction - Gal 4:4-5 - Genesis 3:15 - Exodus 12, 20 - Leviticus 16 - Isaiah 53 - Zechariah 9:9 - Micah 5:2 - Malachi

Satan's Dilemma

Passion Play - Palm Sunday - Passover - Garden of Gethsemane - Annas - Caiphus - Pilate - Herod - Pilate

The Cross

It Is Finished

So What?

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"The Talented Church" Matthew 25:14-30

Introduction

Matthew 25:14-30

Where do we fit in?

So What?

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"True Confessions: Christ's Return" Matthew 24:30-44; 1 Thess. 4:13-18; 2 Peter 3:3-13

10 in a series of the Statement of Faith of the Evangelical Free Church of America

We believe in the personal, bodily and premillennial return of our Lord Jesus Christ. The coming of Christ, at a time known only to God, demands constant expectancy and, as our blessed hope, motivates the believer to godly living, sacrificial service and energetic mission.

The Return of Christ is personal. - John 14:1-6

The Return of Christ is bodily. - Acts 1:9-11

The Return of Christ is premillenial. 1. Rev. 20:1-6 2. Isaiah 11:1-, 11-12, 15-16 3. Zechariah 14:1-9 4. Matthew 24:29-31

The Return of Christ is imminent - (the Rapture) 1. John 14:1-3 2. 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18

The Return of Christ is therefore the blessed hope 1. Titus 2:11-13 2. 1 Thess 4:18 3. 1 Cor 15:58 4. John 14:1

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"True Confessions: Response and Eternal Destiny" Rev 20:11-15; Matthew 7:13-25; 25:31-46

9 in a series of the Statement of Faith of the Evangelical Free Church of America

We believe that God commands everyone everywhere to believe the gospel by turning to Him in repentance and receiving the Lord Jesus Christ. We believe that God will raise the dead bodily and judge the world, assigning the unbeliever to condemnation and eternal conscious punishment and the believer to eternal blessedness and joy with the Lord in the new heaven and the new earth, to the praise of His glorious grace. Amen.

Introduction

Day of Judgment -Revelation 21:11-15 -Matthew 25:31-46

Unbelievers -Hell

Believers -Heaven

The Necessity for Final Judgment

So What?

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"True Confessions: Christian Living" Galations 5:13-25

8 in a series of the Statement of Faith of the Evangelical Free Church of America

We believe that God's justifying grace must not be separated from His sanctifying power and purpose. God commands us to love Him supremely and others sacrificially, and to live out our faith with care for one another, compassion toward the poor and justice for the oppressed. With God's Word, the Spirit's power, and fervent prayer in Christ's name, we are to combat the spiritual forces of evil. In obedience to Christ's commission, we are to make disciples among all people, always bearing witness to the gospel in word and deed.

Sanctification -Positional -Ultimate -Progressive

4 Key Areas -Purity -Loving -Defending -Power to Witness

So What?

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"True Confessions: The Church" Acts 2:42-47

7 in a series of the Statement of Faith of the Evangelical Free Church of America

We believe that the true church comprises all who have been justified by God’s grace through faith alone in Christ alone. They are united by the Holy Spirit in the body of Christ, of which He is the Head. The true church is manifest in local churches, whose membership should be composed only of believers. The Lord Jesus mandated two ordinances, baptism and the Lord’s Supper, which visibly and tangibly express the gospel. Though they are not the means of salvation, when celebrated by the church in genuine faith, these ordinances confirm and nourish the believer.

Introduction

Matthew 16:13-18 John 17:11, 20-23 Acts 2:42-47 - - - - - - So What?

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"True Confessions: The Holy Spirit" John 16:5-15

6 in a series of the Statement of Faith of the Evangelical Free Church of America

We believe that the Holy Spirit, in all that He does, glorifies the Lord Jesus Christ. He convicts the world of its guilt. He regenerates sinners, and in Him they are baptized into union with Christ and adopted as heirs in the family of God. He also indwells, illuminates, guides, equips and empowers believers for Christ-like living and service.

Introduction

Old Testament

New Testament - John 14:16-17 - John 16:5-15 - Acts 1:5-8 - Eph 1:13 - Eph 2:18-22 - Eph 3:4-6, 16 - Eph 4:3-4 - Eph 5:15 - Eph 6

So What?

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"True Confessions: The Work of Christ" Isaiah 53:1-12, Leviticus 16

5 in a series of the Statement of Faith of the Evangelical Free Church of America

We believe that Jesus Christ, as our representative and substitute, shed His blood on the cross as the perfect, all-sufficient sacrifice for our sins. His atoning death and victorious resurrection constitute the only ground for salvation.

Introduction The Offices of Christ - Prophet -(Deut 18:18-19; Heb 1:1-2; Matt 24:35; Isa 40:8) --- Significance of Prophet

Priest - Heb 5:1; Lev 17:11, Lev16, Isa 53; Heb 10:1-4, 9-14, 22 ~ Atonement - OT Model, NT Model --- Substitutionary- (2 Cor 5:21, Is 53:4-5) --- Voluntary- (John 10:11, 17-18) --- Complete- (Heb 10:11-12, Col 2:13-15; John 1:29) --- Significance of Atonement ~ Intercession- (Rom 8:34; Heb 7:25; Psalm 110:1) ---Significance of Intercession
King- (Col 1:13-14; Luke 1:31-33; Phil 2:9-10) ~ Observe His Model- (Phil 2:5-11, 2 Cor 8:9) --- Significance as King (2 Tim 2:11-12) ~ Kingly resurrection (Rom 4:24; Rev 5:9-10,12; 12:10-11; 2 Cor 15:12-19) --- Significance of Resurrection

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"True Confessions: Jesus Christ" Genesis 3:15; Romans 1:1-6; Heb 1:1-2

4 in a series of the Statement of Faith of the Evangelical Free Church of America

We believe that Jesus Christ is God incarnate, fully God and fully man, one Person in two natures. Jesus-Israel’s promised Messiah-was conceived through the Holy Spirit and born of the virgin Mary. He lived a sinless life, was crucified under Pontius Pilate, arose bodily from the dead, ascended into heaven and sits at the right hand of God the Father as our High Priest and Advocate.

Fulfillment of Old Testament

4 Attributes of the Christ (Messiah) i. Jesus Christ is fully and completely divine. ii. Jesus Christ is fully and completely human. iii. The divine and the human natures of Christ are distinct. iv. The divine and human natures of Christ are completely united in one person.

3 Offices of Christ i. Prophet ii. Priest iii. King

So What?

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"True Confessions: The Human Condition"

3 in a series of the Statement of Faith of the Evangelical Free Church of America

We believe that God created Adam and Eve in His image, but they sinned when tempted by Satan. In union with Adam, human beings are sinners by nature and by choice, alienated from God, and under His wrath. Only through God’s saving work in Jesus Christ can we be rescued, reconciled and renewed.

Genesis 1:1, 26-30

Genesis 2:9, 16-17

Genesis 3:1-5

Genesis 6:5, Rom 3:10, John 3:6

Genesis 3:7-8

Genesis 3:14, 16-19

Genesis 3:15

So What? Revelation 22:1-5

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"True Confessions: The Bible"

2 in a series of the Statement of Faith of the Evangelical Free Church of America

We believe that God has spoken in the Scriptures, both Old and New Testaments, through the words of human authors. As the verbally inspired Word of God, the Bible is without error in the original writings, the complete revelation of His will for salvation, and the ultimate authority by which every realm of human knowledge and endeavor should be judged. Therefore, it is to be believed in all that it teaches, obeyed in all that it requires, and trusted in all that it promises.

What is Revelation?

2 Peter 1:19-21

2 Timothy 3:14-17 Sufficiency of Scripture- Clarity of Scripture- Inerrancy of Scripture- Goal of Scripture- Reliability of Scripture-

So What?

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"True Confessions: God"

1 in a series of the Statement of Faith of the Evangelical Free Church of America

We believe in one God, Creator of all things, holy, infinitely perfect, and eternally existing in a loving unity of three equally divine Persons: the Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit. Having limitless knowledge and sovereign power, God has graciously purposed from eternity to redeem a people for Himself and to make all things new for His own glory.

Trinitarian Truths 1. There is one and only one true and living God. 2. This one God eternally exists in three persons - God the Father, God the Son, and God the Holy Spirit. 3. These three persons are completely equal in attributes, each with the same divine nature, yet distinct in function. 4. While each person is fully and completely God the persons are not identical.

Trinitarian Attributes (Perfections)

Trinitarian Functions

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"The Whole Armor of God" Ephesians 6:10-20

Introduction

The Battle - Ezekiel 28:11-17, Isaiah 14:1-15 - Job 1:6-12 - Daniel 10:10-15 - 2 Corinthians 10:4-5 - 2 Kings 6:10-15

The Defense Ephesians 6:10-20 Armor -Belt of Truth -Breastplate of Righteousness -Shoes/Gospel of Peace -Shield of Faith -Helmet of Salvation -Sword of the Spirit -Prayer

So What? 1. 2. 3. 4.

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Message from Pastor Kelly Larson on December 21, 2008

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"We Got Yer Back" Colossians 4:7-18

12 in a series on Colossians

Review

Introduction

Paul's Entourage

So What? 1. 2.

Colossians Wrap-Up

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"A Door For The Word" Colossians 4:2-6

11 in a series on Colossians

Introduction

Prayer

How to Pray v. 2 1. 2. 3.

What to pray for v. 3-4 1. v.3 2. v.4 3. Eph 6:19-20

Walk in Wisdom v.5-6 1. 2. 3. 4. 5.

So What?

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"Where Are The Nine?" Luke 17:11-19 A Thanksgiving Message

Jesus Heals Ten Lepers - History

-Worship

Luke 21:1-4

So What?

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"What Should I Wear Today?" Colossians 3:12-17

9 in a series on Colossians

Introduction

The New Wardrobe (v. 12-14) 1. 2. 3. 4. 5.

Characteristics of this Wardrobe 1. 2. 3. 4.

5 Imperatives on How to Wear It (v. 14-17) 1. 2. 3. 4. 5.

So What?

Please note: #10 in the series was not recorded. The next online sermon is #11 “A Door For The Word”

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"Set Your Minds" Colossions 3:1-11

8 in a series on Colossians

Introduction

A New Home- v.1-4

A New Mindset- v.2

A New Wardrobe. v.5-11

So What?

Next week we get a new wardrobe

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"Walking in Jesus" Colossians 2:6-23

7 in a series on Colossians

Introduction

Walking in Christ- v. 6-8

Work of Christ- v. 9-15

Additions to Christ- v.16-23

So What?

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"Paul's Call" Colossians 1:24–2:5

6 in a series on Colossians

Introduction

Paul's Call - Paul's Ministerial Attitude - Paul's Ministerial Charge - Paul's Ministerial Purpose - Paul's Ministerial Energy

So What?

Marks of a Faithful Church - Encouraged Hearts - Knit together in Love - Equipped with Wisdom - Power to resist false teaching - Disciplined

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"The Resume of Christ" Colossians 1:15-23

5 in a series on Colossians

Introduction

Christ is supreme in eternity v.15

Christ is supreme in Creation v.15-17

Christ is supreme in Church v. 18

Christ is supreme in Reconciliation v.19-23 - The Father's Reconciling Pleasure

The Father's Reconciling Method
The Father's Reconciling Purpose
The Father's Reconciling Condition

Conclusion

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"Why Baptize? Romans 6:1-14

Symbolic v.3
Identification v.5
Funeral v.6
Freedom v.7
Hope v.8
Different Mindset v.11
New Life v.13
Augustine

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"Walking in a Quantum Leap" Colossians 1:9-14

4 in a series on Colossians

A Prayer for Knowledge- 1:9

A Prayer for Conduct- 1:10-14 - A Worthy Walk - 1:10 - A Knowledgeable Walk - 1:10 - A Powerful Walk - 1:11 - A Thankful Walk - 1:11-12

The Quantum Leap 1:13-14

Conclusion

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"Hello, Colossae!" Colossians 1:1-8

3 in a series on Colossians

Paul's Greeting (1-2)
Paul's Thanksgiving (3-8)
Paul's Trilogy Assurance (3-5)
Paul's Reminder of the Gospel (5-8)

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"Is Jesus Enough?" Part 2 Colossians

2 in a series on Colossians

Review

What We Don't Need to Know

What We Do Need to Know - The Enemy's Game Plan John 10 Galatians 1:8-9 1 Timothy 1:3 1 Timothy 6:3-5 2 Peter 2:1 Jude 3-5 2 John 7-11 - Heresies and bad theology are endless... - 1 John 1:4

What We Need to Know We Know - The Fundamentals

IS Jesus ENOUGH??? Colossians... 1. Is Jesus enough to Save us? 1:15-22 2. Is Jesus enough to Sustain us? 2:2-10 3. Is Jesus enough to Sanctify us? 3:5-8 4. Is Jesus enough to Send us? 4:2-5

Conclusion Jude 17-25

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"Is Jesus Enough?" Colossians

1 in a series on Colossians

Introduction to Colossians

Where?

Who?

By Whom?

Why? - 2 Streams of Heresy

Conclusion: Is Christ Enough?

In the Person of Christ, He is Supreme In the work of Christ, He is sufficient

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"First Things First" Mark 12:28-34

8 in a series on The Church

Introduction

"The Shema" (Deut. 6:4-5) - Love

Heart
Soul
Mind
Strength

Neighbor (Luke 10:29-37) 1. 2. 3. 4. 5.

First things First (Matthew 22:40)

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“What the Church Was Meant to Be” 1 Corinthians 12:4-30

7 in a series on The Church

Introduction

The Body of Christ 1.____________________1 Corinthians 12:12 (p. 136) 2.____________________1 Corinthians 12:18 (p. 136) 3.____________________1 Corinthians 12:21-22 (p.137) 4.____________________ Romans 12:4-5 (p. 127) 5.____________________Ephesians 4:15-16 (p. 152), Colossians 1:18 (p. 157)

The Gifts of the Spirit 1.What are they?

2.What do they do? a.____________________ 1 Corinthians 12:6 (p. 136) b.____________________ 1 Corinthians 12:7 (p. 136) c.____________________ 1 Corinthians 12:7 (p. 136) d.____________________ 1 Corinthians 12:7 (p. 136) e.____________________ Ephesians 4:12, 16 (p. 136) f.____________________ 1 Peter 4:10 (p. 182)

1 Corinthians 12:8-10, 28 (page 136-137), Ephesians 4:11 (p. 152), 1 Peter 4:11 (p. 182), Romans 12:6-8 (p. 127)

The Challenge

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“Is The Church Still Relevant?” Matthew 28:18-20

6 in a series on The Church

Introduction We are to be a WORSHIPPING community who BUILDS mature disciples, and EVANGELIZES the lost, To the glory of God.

1.Grace and Glory 2.Toward the World: a.Evangelism (Matthew 28:18-20 page 26) b.Acts of Compassion (Luke 10:25-37 page 55) 3.Toward Itself: a.Edification (Colossians 1:28-29 page 157) b.Purification (Ephesians 5:25-27 page 153) 4.Toward God: a.Worship (1 Peter 2:9 page 180) b.In Spirit and in Truth (John 4:23 page 74)

Is the Church still relevant?

What are our core values here at BCCC?

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“Here Comes The Bride” Genesis 2:18-24, Ephesians 5:22-33

5 in a series on The Church

Introduction

Old Testament References Genesis 2:18-24 (page 2) Isaiah 54:5-6 (page 525-526) Isaiah 62:5 (page 531) Jeremiah 2:32 (page536)

New Testament References Matthew: 22:1-10 (page 18-19) Mark 12:18-25 (page 38) John 19:34 (page 89) (Isaiah 53:5) (page 525) Eph: 5:22-33 (page 153)

The Future Union Rev 19 - The Wedding Feast (page 199) Revelation 21:2, 9-27, 22:17 (page 200-201)

So What?_________________________________ ________________________________________ 1. _____________________________________________ 2. _____________________________________________ 3. _____________________________________________

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A Royal Priesthood 1 Peter 2:5-10, Hebrews 9:24-28; 10:19-22

4 in a series on The Church

Introduction: _________________________________________

Qualifications for Priesthood: _____________________________

A Chosen Race: ________________________________________

A Royal Priesthood: _____________________________________

The Service of Intercession- ____________________________

The Service of Witness- _______________________________

The Service of Sacrifice- ______________________________

A Holy Nation: ________________________________________

Proclaim the Excellencies of Him - Worship

What is Worship? Defined:________________________________________ 1._____________________________________________ 2. _____________________________________________ 3. _____________________________________________ 4. _____________________________________________

Key: _______________________________________________ 1._____________________________________________ 2._____________________________________________ 3._____________________________________________

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“Living Stones” The Temple of God

3 in a series on The Church

Historical Background

Construction Begins Eph 2:19-22 1 Peter 2:4-8 1.__________________________________________ 2.__________________________________________ 3.__________________________________________ a._____________________________________ b._____________________________________ c._____________________________________

What Does This Mean To Us? 2 Corinthians 6:14-16 1 Corinthians 6:18-20 1 Corinthians 3:10-11, 16

So What?

Keepers 1.__________________________________________ 2.__________________________________________ 3.__________________________________________

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“Happy Birthday, Church!” Acts 2:1-21

2 in a series on The Church

Introduction

Historical References

New Testament References

The Church

“All Flesh”

So What?

Works of the Spirit 1.Titus 3:5 2.Romans 8:9-11 3.2 Thessalonians 2:13 4.John 16:13-14 5.Acts 1:8 6.Romans 5:5 7.Romans 8:26 8.1 Corinthians 12:4-11 9.Galatians 5:22-23 10.Ephesians 3:16

Keepers: 1.______________________________ 2.______________________________ 3.______________________________

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“Just what is this thing we call, ‘The Church’?”

1 in a series on The Church

Introduction

Matthew 16:13-19 (Pew Bible, New Testament… Page 14)

What the Church is NOT

Definition of the Church Statement of Faith from EFCA The Church We believe that the true church comprises all who have been justified by God's grace through faith alone in Christ alone. They are united by the Holy Spirit in the body of Christ, of which He is the Head. The true church is manifest in local churches, whose membership should be composed only of believers.

First Element: Election Ephesians 1:3-14

Problems Romans 9:11-24

Significance Hymn… The Solid Rock

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Where We Have Been Isaiah 40: 28-31 1. Waiting is the Right Activity 2. Rest & Healing 3. HIS Will

Where We Are Going Philippians 3:12-14 1. Forgetting What Lies Behind 2. Reaching Ahead 3. Pressing On a. Run to Win b. Run With Endurance c. Mature Faith in Christ is the Prize

How We Can Get There Pastor Kelly 1. Bible Based - Titus 2:1 2. Vision & Leadership - Titus 1:5 3. Equip the Body - Ephesians 4:11-13 4. Intimacy with God 5. We Need God’s Help

Bishop Creek Community Church Congregation 1. Loving God - Acts 2:42-47 2. Loving Each Other - Hebrews 10:24-25, Philippians 2:3, Ephesians 4:32, Galatians 6:2 3. Utilizing Our Gifts - Ephesians 4, Romans 12:4-8, 1 Corinthians 12 4. Community Focus - Matthew 28:18-20 5. Modeling to Children - Proverbs 22:6

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“Vineyard Living- John 15”

· Introduction-

· Setting-

· Background- o Israel. Isaiah 5:1-7, Jeremiah 2:21, Ezekiel 15.

· John 15:1-11 o What is the main point? o How is this accomplished? o What are the results? i. ___________________ 1. Levels of Fruit 2. What is the fruit? ii. ___________________ iii. ___________________ iv. ___________________

· John 15:12-17 o What is the ultimate sign of love? o What does it mean to love one another? To exhibit unity?

· John 15:18-27

o What can they expect from the world? o What is their ultimate responsibility?

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“Unity in the Church”

Intro
John 17:20-23 The High Priestly Prayer
Acts 2:42-47 The Early Church a. Unity in Worship. Acts 2:42 i. Teaching ii. Fellowship iii. Communion iv. Prayer

b. Unity in CommUNITY. Acts 2:43-47 i. T____________________ 1 Cor. 12:12-26 ii. E____________________ Rom. 12:4-8 iii. A_______________ Col. 1:17-18, Eph. 4:15 iv. M______________ Col. 3:12-16

Results. Acts 2:47, Ephesians 4:12 a. The Body is_______________ b. The Body is_______________ c. The Body is_______________ d. The Body is_______________
Bishop Creek CommUNITY Church a. _______________________ b. _______________________ c. _______________________ d. _______________________

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Easter: The Scarlet Thread of Christ

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Candidating Week 2

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Candidating - Week 1

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Breath of Heaven

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1 In Him-Our Election. Ephesians 1:4-6

2 In Him-Our Redemption. Ephesians 1:7-10

3 In Him-Our Inheritance. Ephesians 1:11-12

4 In Him-The Seal of Our Redemption. Ephesians 1:13-14

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