Maranatha Lilburn: Recent Episodes
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A sermon from ruling elder (Haynes Creek Church, PCA), Joel Mulkey.Find us: maranathalilburn.orgFollow us: facebook.com/maranathalilburninstagram.com/maranathalilburn
The 3rd in a Sunday Evening Bible Study on forgiveness: on what forgiveness is not (lack of consequences or miscarriage of justice).Find us: maranathalilburn.orgFollow us: facebook.com/maranathalilburninstagram.com/maranathalilburn
The 2nd in a Sunday Evening Bible Study on forgiveness: on what forgiveness is according to Scripture and Jesus.Find us: maranathalilburn.orgFollow us: facebook.com/maranathalilburninstagram.com/maranathalilburn
The 1st in a Sunday Evening Bible Study on forgiveness: on why Christians should forgive others.Find us: maranathalilburn.orgFollow us: facebook.com/maranathalilburninstagram.com/maranathalilburn
The 8th sermon in a series on James, on the most central law of God that Christians must obey: to loveFind us: maranathalilburn.orgFollow us: facebook.com/maranathalilburninstagram.com/maranathalilburn
The 7th sermon in a series on James, on how Christians must not play favorites with the rich and powerful over the poor and powerlessFind us: maranathalilburn.orgFollow us: facebook.com/maranathalilburninstagram.com/maranathalilburn
The 6th sermon in a series on James, on doing what we hear in ScriptureFind us: maranathalilburn.orgFollow us: facebook.com/maranathalilburninstagram.com/maranathalilburn
The 5th sermon in a series on James, on speaking wisely and being without angerFind us: maranathalilburn.orgFollow us: facebook.com/maranathalilburninstagram.com/maranathalilburn
The 4th sermon in a series on James, on facing testing and avoiding temptation.Find us: maranathalilburn.orgFollow us: facebook.com/maranathalilburninstagram.com/maranathalilburn
The 3rd sermon in a series on James, on God's reversal of status for the poor and the rich.Find us: maranathalilburn.orgFollow us: facebook.com/maranathalilburninstagram.com/maranathalilburn
The 2nd sermon in a series on James, on the importance of asking for wisdom in the midst of trials.Find us: maranathalilburn.orgFollow us: facebook.com/maranathalilburninstagram.com/maranathalilburn
The 1st sermon in a series on James, introducing the author, audience, and purpose of the letter--to find joy even in trials.Find us: maranathalilburn.orgFollow us: facebook.com/maranathalilburninstagram.com/maranathalilburn
A sermon on how the ascension is a crucial part of the Gospel for Ascension Sunday 2024Find us: maranathalilburn.orgFollow us: facebook.com/maranathalilburninstagram.com/maranathalilburn
The 33rd and final sermon in a series on 1 Samuel on Saul's death.Find us: maranathalilburn.orgFollow us: facebook.com/maranathalilburninstagram.com/maranathalilburn
The 32nd sermon in a series on 1 Samuel on David's rescue of his people from the Amalekites.Find us: maranathalilburn.orgFollow us: facebook.com/maranathalilburninstagram.com/maranathalilburn
The 31st sermon in a series on 1 Samuel on David's rejection by the Philistine army.Find us: maranathalilburn.orgFollow us: facebook.com/maranathalilburninstagram.com/maranathalilburn
The 30th sermon in a series on 1 Samuel on Saul's disastrous summoning of Samuel from the dead.Find us: maranathalilburn.orgFollow us: facebook.com/maranathalilburninstagram.com/maranathalilburn
The 29th sermon in a series on 1 Samuel on David's defecting King Achish of the Philistines.Find us: maranathalilburn.orgFollow us: facebook.com/maranathalilburninstagram.com/maranathalilburn
A sermon on the resurrection of Jesus Christ for Easter Sunday 2024.Find us: maranathalilburn.orgFollow us: facebook.com/maranathalilburninstagram.com/maranathalilburn
A sermon on the crucifixion of Jesus Christ for Good Friday 2024.Find us: maranathalilburn.orgFollow us: facebook.com/maranathalilburninstagram.com/maranathalilburn
The 6th sermon in a series for Lent 2024: Lent with Jesus.Find us: maranathalilburn.orgFollow us: facebook.com/maranathalilburninstagram.com/maranathalilburn
The 5th sermon in a series for Lent 2024: Lent with Jesus.Find us: maranathalilburn.orgFollow us: facebook.com/maranathalilburninstagram.com/maranathalilburn
The 4th sermon in a series for Lent 2024: Lent with Jesus.Find us: maranathalilburn.orgFollow us: facebook.com/maranathalilburninstagram.com/maranathalilburn
The 3rd sermon in a series for Lent 2024: Lent with Jesus.Find us: maranathalilburn.orgFollow us: facebook.com/maranathalilburninstagram.com/maranathalilburn
The 2nd sermon in a series for Lent 2024: Lent with Jesus.Find us: maranathalilburn.orgFollow us: facebook.com/maranathalilburninstagram.com/maranathalilburn
The 1st sermon in a series for Lent 2024: Lent with Jesus.Find us: maranathalilburn.orgFollow us: facebook.com/maranathalilburninstagram.com/maranathalilburn
The 28th sermon in a series on 1 Samuel on David's and Saul's final confrontation.Find us: maranathalilburn.orgFollow us: facebook.com/maranathalilburninstagram.com/maranathalilburn
The 27th sermon in a series on 1 Samuel on Abigail de-escalating a conflict between her husband Nabal and David.Find us: maranathalilburn.orgFollow us: facebook.com/maranathalilburninstagram.com/maranathalilburn
The 26th sermon in a series on 1 Samuel on David sparing Saul in the cave.Find us: maranathalilburn.orgFollow us: facebook.com/maranathalilburninstagram.com/maranathalilburn
The 25th sermon in a series on 1 Samuel on David's rescue from Saul at the rock.Find us: maranathalilburn.orgFollow us: facebook.com/maranathalilburninstagram.com/maranathalilburn
The 24th sermon in a series on 1 Samuel on Saul's murder of the priests of Nob.Find us: maranathalilburn.orgFollow us: facebook.com/maranathalilburninstagram.com/maranathalilburn
The 23rd sermon in a series on 1 Samuel on David's request of bread from the priests of Nob.Find us: maranathalilburn.orgFollow us: facebook.com/maranathalilburninstagram.com/maranathalilburn
The final sermon in a series on the songs, poems, & prophecies in Luke's Gospel surrounding the incarnation & birth of Jesus Christ.Find us: maranathalilburn.orgFollow us: facebook.com/maranathalilburninstagram.com/maranathalilburn
The special Christmas Eve sermon in a series on the songs, poems, & prophecies in Luke's Gospel surrounding the incarnation & birth of Jesus Christ.Find us: maranathalilburn.orgFollow us: facebook.com/maranathalilburninstagram.com/maranathalilburn
The 3rd sermon in a series on the songs, poems, & prophecies in Luke's Gospel surrounding the incarnation & birth of Jesus Christ.Find us: maranathalilburn.orgFollow us: facebook.com/maranathalilburninstagram.com/maranathalilburn
The 2nd sermon in a series on the songs, poems, & prophecies in Luke's Gospel surrounding the incarnation & birth of Jesus Christ.Find us: maranathalilburn.orgFollow us: facebook.com/maranathalilburninstagram.com/maranathalilburn
The 1st sermon in a series on the songs, poems, & prophecies in Luke's Gospel surrounding the incarnation & birth of Jesus Christ.Find us: maranathalilburn.orgFollow us: facebook.com/maranathalilburninstagram.com/maranathalilburn
The 22nd sermon in a series on 1 Samuel on David's agreement with Jonathan and flight from Saul.Find us: maranathalilburn.orgFollow us: facebook.com/maranathalilburninstagram.com/maranathalilburn
The 21st sermon in a series on 1 Samuel on David's deliverance from Saul by Jonathan & Michal.Find us: maranathalilburn.orgFollow us: facebook.com/maranathalilburninstagram.com/maranathalilburn
The 20th sermon in a series on 1 Samuel on the David's friendship with Jonathan and Saul's jealousy.Find us: maranathalilburn.orgFollow us: facebook.com/maranathalilburninstagram.com/maranathalilburn
The 19th sermon in a series on 1 Samuel on the David's defeat of Goliath.Find us: maranathalilburn.orgFollow us: facebook.com/maranathalilburninstagram.com/maranathalilburn
The 18th sermon in a series on 1 Samuel on the challenge of Goliath and the response of David.Find us: maranathalilburn.orgFollow us: facebook.com/maranathalilburninstagram.com/maranathalilburn
A sermon from missionary (Operation Mobilization; Envision Atlanta) and seminarian (Fuller Theological Seminary), David Graeser.Find us: maranathalilburn.orgFollow us: facebook.com/maranathalilburninstagram.com/maranathalilburn
The 17th sermon in a series on 1 Samuel on the anointing of David.Find us: maranathalilburn.orgFollow us: facebook.com/maranathalilburninstagram.com/maranathalilburn
The 5th and final study in a series on The Atonement, and the 4th model: Moral Exemplar.Find us: maranathalilburn.orgFollow us: facebook.com/maranathalilburninstagram.com/maranathalilburn
The 4th study in a series on The Atonement, and the 3rd model: Christus Victor.Find us: maranathalilburn.orgFollow us: facebook.com/maranathalilburninstagram.com/maranathalilburn
The 16th sermon in a series on 1 Samuel on the Saul's disobedience regarding the Amalekites and the LORD's final rejection of his kingship.Find us: maranathalilburn.orgFollow us: facebook.com/maranathalilburninstagram.com/maranathalilburn
The 15th sermon in a series on 1 Samuel on the Saul's foolish oath and the consequences for Jonathan.Find us: maranathalilburn.orgFollow us: facebook.com/maranathalilburninstagram.com/maranathalilburn
The 3rd study in a series on The Atonement, and the 2nd model: Penal Substitution.Find us: maranathalilburn.orgFollow us: facebook.com/maranathalilburninstagram.com/maranathalilburn
The 14th sermon in a series on 1 Samuel on the LORD's victory over the Philistines through Jonathan.Find us: maranathalilburn.orgFollow us: facebook.com/maranathalilburninstagram.com/maranathalilburn
The 2nd study in a series on The Atonement, and the 1st model: Recapitulation.Find us: maranathalilburn.orgFollow us: facebook.com/maranathalilburninstagram.com/maranathalilburn
The 13th sermon in a series on 1 Samuel on Saul's disobedient & disastrous offering.Find us: maranathalilburn.orgFollow us: facebook.com/maranathalilburninstagram.com/maranathalilburn
The 12th sermon in a series on 1 Samuel on the final speech, accusation, and prayer of Samuel for Israel.Find us: maranathalilburn.orgFollow us: facebook.com/maranathalilburninstagram.com/maranathalilburn
The 11th sermon in a series on 1 Samuel on the burning anger of Saul against Nahash and the Ammonites and his coronation as king.Find us: maranathalilburn.orgFollow us: facebook.com/maranathalilburninstagram.com/maranathalilburn
The 10th sermon in a series on 1 Samuel on the announcement of the king and the cowardice of Saul.
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The 9th sermon in a series on 1 Samuel on the discovery and anointing of Saul as Israel's 1st king.
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The 8th sermon in a series on 1 Samuel on Israel's rejection of the LORD and desire for a human king.
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The 7th sermon in a series on 1 Samuel on the repentance of Israel and the raising of Ebenezer.
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The 6th sermon in a series on 1 Samuel on the return of the Ark of the Covenant from the Philistines to the Israelites.
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The 5th sermon in a series on 1 Samuel on the capturing of the Ark of the Covenant and the death of Hophni, Phineas, & Eli.
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The 4th sermon in a series on 1 Samuel on the LORD breaking his silence through calling Samuel to ministry.
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A sermon from preacher and Sunday school teacher (Walton Community Church) and MDiv (Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary), Harlen Davis.
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The 3rd sermon in a series on 1 Samuel on Hophni's & Phineas' worthlessness and Samuel's faithfulness.
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The 2nd sermon in a series on 1 Samuel on Hannah's song.
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The 1st sermon in a series on 1 Samuel on Hannah's prayer and Samuel's birth.
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The 2ns study of Genesis 1-11 on Genesis 2, God creating Man and Woman and placing them in the Garden.Find us: maranathalilburn.orgFollow us: facebook.com/maranathalilburninstagram.com/maranathalilburn
The 1st study of Genesis 1-11 on Genesis 1, God as the Creator forming & filling the world.Find us: maranathalilburn.orgFollow us: facebook.com/maranathalilburninstagram.com/maranathalilburn
A sermon from missionary (Operation Mobilization; Envision Atlanta) and seminarian (Fuller Theological Seminary), David Graeser.Find us: maranathalilburn.orgFollow us: facebook.com/maranathalilburninstagram.com/maranathalilburn
The fifth and final sermon in a series on "The 5 Solas" of the Protestant Reformation: sola scriptura (Scripture alone), sola fide (faith alone), sola gratia (grace alone), solus Christus (Christ alone), and soli Deo gloria (God's glory alone).
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The fourth sermon in a series on "The 5 Solas" of the Protestant Reformation: sola scriptura (Scripture alone), sola fide (faith alone), sola gratia (grace alone), solus Christus (Christ alone), and soli Deo gloria (God's glory alone).
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The third sermon in a series on "The 5 Solas" of the Protestant Reformation: sola scriptura (Scripture alone), sola fide (faith alone), sola gratia (grace alone), solus Christus (Christ alone), and soli Deo gloria (God's glory alone).
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The second sermon in a series on "The 5 Solas" of the Protestant Reformation: sola scriptura (Scripture alone), sola fide (faith alone), sola gratia (grace alone), solus Christus (Christ alone), and soli Deo gloria (God's glory alone).
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The first sermon in a series on "The 5 Solas" of the Protestant Reformation: sola scriptura (Scripture alone), sola fide (faith alone), sola gratia (grace alone), solus Christus (Christ alone), and soli Deo gloria (God's glory alone).
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The 11th sermon in a series on Philippians.
Paul reminds his readers that even he has not reached the goal of the Christian life. Instead, he encourages as to imitate him in his striving after the cross of Christ, humbly relying only on the grace of Jesus, so that we may, by his mercy, one day reach our prize.
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The 10th sermon in a series on Philippians.
Paul challenges the thinking of the "circumcision party," a group of religious people that think salvation comes through Jesus plus adherence to the Mosaic law. But Paul shows even his stellar record is insufficient to save him and points us only to Jesus' person and work instead.
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The 9th sermon in a series on Philippians.
Paul encourages the struggling Philippians with reminders of their friends, Timothy and Epaphroditus, both who put their own wellbeing on the line for the sake of this church. Here, we see the value of self-giving friendship, portrayed not just in these saints, but first and foremost in Jesus' own friendship with us.
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A sermon from missionary (Operation Mobilization; Envision Atlanta) and seminarian (Fuller Theological Seminary), David Graeser.
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The 8th sermon in a series on Philippians.
Paul tells us that we must work out our salvation, but what does this curious phrase mean? What does the Scripture teach us about our life together as Christians?
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The 7th sermon in a series on Philippians.
At the center of Paul's letter and the center of his theology is the Hymn of Christ. This passage, perhaps one of the oldest surviving Christian worship hymns, show us both the humility and exaltation of Jesus Christ, God in the flesh, giving us the Gospel and a model for Christian life.
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The 6th sermon in a series on Philippians.
Paul encourages the Philippians to enjoy the joy of unity of fellowship that can only come when they are conformed to the mindset of Jesus: the God-Man who humbled himself in love! By entering into his humility with their own humility, the Christian life can really begin to blossom.
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The 5th sermon in a series on Philippians.
Paul reminds the faithful Philippian congregation that their status as heavenly heirs means they will suffer here on earth. But this suffering means that they are continuing in Christ's saving work through Gospel ministry with hope of the resurrection!
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The 4th sermon in a series on Philippians.
Paul reveals one of the central themes of his letter: whether he lives or dies, he does it all for and in and with Christ. While living means he can continue on in the good work of Gospel ministry for others, dying means finally resting in the full presence of Jesus. In either case, Paul shows the Christian that life, death, and everything in between is in Christ.
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The 3rd sermon in a series on Philippians.
Paul encourages the Philippian congregation by assuring them that, even in his worst suffering, the Gospel is still conquering the hearts of their enemies with love and forgiveness. This, in turn, emboldens them to keep worship Jesus and bearing his witness, even if people try to use him and them for selfish purposes.
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The 2nd sermon in a series on Philippians.
Paul continues his opening prayer of gratitude by encouraging the Philippians to continue growing in love. This growth will lead them into knowledge of God, discernment of how to live in the world, and how to be a just and righteous people.
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The 1st sermon in a series on Philippians.
In his opening address, Paul greets the Philippian Church with gratitude and grace. He declares himself their servant in Jesus and thanks them for how they've partnered with him in the work of the Gospel, something he knows God will bring to completion one day in Jesus.
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A sermon for Ascension Sunday on why Jesus' ascension to God the Father is crucial to our understanding of the Gospel.
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The 9th study of The Lord's Prayer
In this study, we discuss the final doxology, and how knowing Jesus leads to experiencing all his kingdom benefits.
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The 17th and final sermon in a series on Exodus 1-18 called Exodus: Redemption
After battle and before Sinai, Moses meets with Jethro, his father-in-law, to share the Good News of what God has done for Israel, which convinces Jethro of God's power and goodness. Then later, Jethro shares wisdom with Moses about how to govern the people. Both of these stories show us how the nations are brought together under the promises of God.
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The 16th sermon in a series on Exodus 1-18 called Exodus: Redemption
Israel is attacked by the Amalekites, a long lost cousin tribe. In response, Moses, Aaron, & Hur (representing prophet, priest, and king) go on the mountain to pray while Joshua goes down to the battlefield to fight. In this passage, we see the importance of corporate prayer and resting on the strength of Christ, our Rock.
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The 8th study of The Lord's Prayer
In this study, we discuss what it means for God to save us from evil and "the evil one."
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The 15th sermon in a series on Exodus 1-18 called Exodus: Redemption
Israel continues to receive tests with bread and water in order to show they not only trust in God's providence, but rely on His wisdom. Sadly, they continue to disbelieve, and therefore, disobey. But God's love and compassion still come through.
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The 7th study of The Lord's Prayer
In this study, we discuss what it means for God to deliver us from trials and temptations.
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The 14th sermon in a series on Exodus 1-18 called Exodus: Redemption
As Israel begins their journey through the Wilderness on the way to the Promised Land, the LORD begins testing them to see if they will freely trust Him and His provision, specifically with water and bread (manna).
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The 6th study of The Lord's Prayer
In this study, we discuss what it means to be forgiven of debts (transgressions and sins), and what it means to forgive.
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The 13th sermon in a series on Exodus 1-18 called Exodus: Redemption
The drama of the Exodus suddenly breaks out into a joyful musical where all of Israel, led by Miriam, sings a praise song to the LORD, who saves, is glorious, & is like no one else!
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The third sermon out of three for Holy Week 2022.
What does Jesus' resurrection from the garden tomb mean?
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The second sermon out of three for Holy Week 2022.
What does Jesus crucifixion at Golgotha mean?
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The first sermon out of three for Holy Week 2022.
What does Jesus triumphal victory in Jerusalem mean?
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The 12th sermon in a series on Exodus 1-18 called Exodus: Redemption
The Israelites are paralyzed with fear as they find themselves trapped between Pharoah's cavalry and the Red Sea, but God, who goes before and guides them in a pillar of cloud and fire, passes through them to guard them from behind. And as the Israelites pass through the miraculously dried sea, God brings it back down on the Egyptians in judgment.
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The 5th study of The Lord's Prayer
In this study, we discuss how God provides for our basic physical and spiritual needs.
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The 4th study of The Lord's Prayer
In this study, we discuss what the will of God in heaven looks like here on earth.
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The 11th sermon in a series on Exodus 1-18 called Exodus: Redemption
The Israelites are finally freed from slavery after the LORD's strike against the firstborn of Egypt. And while a mix multitude of thousands go out of the land, they are reminded that it is by the LORD's strong hand, not any of their political maneuvering or liturgical rituals, that they are saved.
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The 10th sermon in a series on Exodus 1-18 called Exodus: Redemption
The LORD announces the final blow against Egypt, the death of all firstborn sons. Yet, this terrifying act of justice comes with a way of deliverance: the Passover. Through the slaughtering of an innocent lamb, the smearing of it's blood over the door, and a feast of its flesh, the Israelites could hope to see salvation. All of this reminds us that when the dark midnight of sin comes upon us, the Lord prepares a meal in its place.
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The 3rd study of The Lord's Prayer
In this study, we discuss what God's kingdom looks like in contrast to the world's kingdoms.
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The 9th sermon in a series on Exodus 1-18 called Exodus: Redemption
The LORD's final cycle of plagues comes to Egypt, not from land or sea like before, but from the sky. Pharaoh is so taken aback at God's power he even makes a few confessions of sin (which he quickly goes back on). In him, we see a heart of darkness that can often reflect our own hearts: set on sin and death.
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The 2nd study of The Lord's Prayer
In this study, we discuss what it means to "hallow" God's name.
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The 8th sermon in a series on Exodus 1-18 called Exodus: Redemption
The LORD's war on Egypt's gods continue. He shows that he is the only true God by laying low Egypt's water supply and land resources, all of which destroys their economy and culture. And throughout these two cycles of plagues, we watch as Pharaoh continues to harden his heart against God and the Hebrews, until the LORD finally resolves to harden it for him in judgment.
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The 1st study of The Lord's Prayer
In this series, we explore the meaning of The Lord's Prayer. In this study, we discuss who God is as the Father and what it means that he's in heaven.
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The 7th sermon in a series on Exodus 1-18 called Exodus: Redemption
The great confrontation between the LORD and Pharaoh get underway. God begins his assault on Pharaoh's regime with "signs" and "wonders" that the Hebrew text indicates are "blows" against the nation. But every strike on Egypt cannot crack the rocky heart of Pharaoh, which should give us a both great pause in considering our own hearts and great hope in considering God's ultimate triumph of grace for disbelieving sinners.
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The 6th sermon in a series on Exodus 1-18 called Exodus: Redemption
After a humiliating rejection from Pharaoh, Moses sheepishly reconvenes with God. We are surprised to find the LORD exceedingly gracious towards him, Aaron, and the entirety of Israel. And in the middle of this interaction, we are given a genealogy to remind us not primarily of Moses' parentage, but of the LORD's faithfulness to his family across all generations.
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The 5th sermon in a series on Exodus 1-18 called Exodus: Redemption
Moses and Aaron, flying high from their success with the Israelites, go before unprepared. Instead of delivering the LORD's message, they put their own spin on it. Their arrogance costs the Israelites, who are forced into even worse slave labor. Pharaoh's mocking question of "Who is the LORD?" causes both Moses and us to reassess his character.
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The 4th sermon in a series on Exodus 1-18 called Exodus: Redemption
As the LORD summons Moses to lead his people from slavery, Moses offers question after question; excuse after excuse. But in his doubt and disbelieve, we see more of the gracious and wise character of the LORD on display, proving the trustworthiness of his own name.
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The 3rd sermon in a series on Exodus 1-18 called Exodus: Redemption
Just when Moses thought he would waste away in the obscurity in the wilderness, the LORD appears to him in a burning bush. But not only does he recruit him to lead the Israelites to freedom, just as crucially, the LORD reveals his own name, and therefore, his character to Moses. For the Christian, understanding God's character goes hand-in-hand with understanding the meaning of his name.
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The 2nd sermon in a series on Exodus 1-18 called Exodus: Redemption
In just a few short verses, we see three episodes of Moses' life from baby boy to elderly man. All three stories have one theme in common: asking, "who is this person? what is his identity?" And while Moses can't seem to find a place in this life, we find that God has been making one for him all along.
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The 1st sermon in a series on Exodus 1-18 called Exodus: Redemption
At the beginning of the second book of the Bible, we find the people of Israel still in the land of Egypt, only now, they have been enslaved by a Pharaoh who did not remember Joseph. Out of paranoia and jealousy, the king conspires to crush the Hebrews. But two brave midwives, Shiphrah and Puah, act on Israel's behalf. And while the name of Pharaoh is forgotten, their names are remembered to this day!
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The 4th sermon in a series of 4 from the book of Ruth for Advent.
The story of Ruth is an Advent story; a story of love in the midst of death. Boaz talks to the only other potential redeemer, who passes on the offer to buy Naomi's land when he realizes Ruth comes with it. But Boaz then publicly redeems Naomi and takes Ruth as his wife. The town celebrates these women who were once scorned, and the LORF provides a child for Ruth and Boaz, from whom King David and, ultimately, King Jesus comes.
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The 3rd sermon in a series of 4 from the book of Ruth for Advent.
The story of Ruth is an Advent story; a story of joy in the midst of sorrow. Naomi hatches a plot for Ruth to win Boaz' favor: she will sneak onto his threshing floor at night and present herself as his humble servant. And what could have gone wildly wrong, turns into a joyful commitment to cherish and honor. Boaz promises Ruth he will be her family redeemer if he is able.
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The 2nd sermon in a series of 4 from the book of Ruth for Advent.
The story of Ruth is an Advent story; a story of peace in the midst of striving. After Ruth and Naomi settle back into Bethlehem, Ruth goes gleaning to support them. Little does she know she is about to "happen" upon the man who will change her life. Boaz, the lord of the field, discovers Ruth character, and although she is a stranger, welcomes her as her own, covering her with wings of peace.
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The 1st sermon in a series of 4 from the book of Ruth for Advent.
The story of Ruth is an Advent story; a story of waiting in the dark for light and life. In this sermon, we meet Naomi, who has lost her husband and children in a faraway land, but who, surprisingly, gains a foreign, yet faithful daughter-in-law, Ruth. Although life seems bleak and bitter, hopeless and helpless, God is moving to not only bless these women, but to bless the entire world with Hope.
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The 10th sermon in a series on Colossians: Christ the King
Paul closes his letter to the Colossian congregation by showing how much of his ministry is dependent upon others. In naming many other lesser known saints, Paul illustrates to us how the Christian life can only be experienced with and for one another to the glory of Jesus Christ!
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The 9th study in Amos: The Shepherd Prophet
In our final part of a 9-week study, Amos reveals the fifth and final vision of judgment from the LORD. This vision is about God's utter destruction of Israel's false temple in Bethel and about a sweeping annihilation of Israel's people. The LORD also reveals how Israel is arrogant to think his love is only meant for them and not all the nations and peoples of the world. But the book ends with a message of hope that God will be faithful to a remnant of people, which points us, ultimately, to to coming of the Messiah, Jesus the King.
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The 8th study in Amos: The Shepherd Prophet
In our 8th part of a 9-week study, Amos reveals the fourth out of five visions he receives from the LORD. This vision, which mirrors the third, depicts Israel as summer fruit, ripe for judgment and on the cusp of rot. The LORD then reminds them the reason why they are facing his justice: for economic oppression and physical violence on the poor and needy.
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The 7th study in Amos: The Shepherd Prophet
In our 7th part of a 9-week study, Amos begins to experience terrifying visions from the LORD. We cover the first three: locusts, fire, and a plumb line. And while Amos is able to successfully intervene in the case of the first two, God will not be deterred in the third. Amos also receives pushback from the corrupt high priest of Bethel, Amaziah.
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The 9th sermon in a series on Colossians: Christ the King
Paul reminds us that Christian freedom looks like a life of service, which begins in the home. Paul gives wisdom about the relationships between husbands and wives, parents and children, and masters and servants. All of this is only possible through a life of prayer.
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The 8th sermon in a series on Colossians: Christ the King
Paul builds a positive vision of what the Christian life looks like, and how the Church can live for the LORD and be for the world: through compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness, patience, forgiveness, and above all, love. This kind of life brings peace and wisdom; gratitude and worship, all to the glory of Jesus Christ.
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The 6th study in Amos: The Shepherd Prophet
In our 6th part of a 9-week study, Amos again laments Israel's sin, this time as he watches the rich and powerful party at a funeral banquet. Their inability to grieve or mourn reveals the hardness of the their hearts. The LORD warns them again that neither their comfort in their leisure, nor their pride in their military can save them from his coming judgment.
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The 7th sermon in a series on Colossians: Christ the King
Now that Paul has denounced the Colossian Heresy (that we are saved by legalism or paganism), he reflects on how Christians are to live out their day-to-day lives, specifically by calling Christians to turn from sins of sex and speech (their old humanity), and instead be united in Christ's resurrection and love for one another (their new humanity).
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The 5th study in Amos: The Shepherd Prophet
In our 5th part of a 9-week study, Amos begins to weep and lament for Israel, comparing her to a young girl struck down in her prime. The LORD announce through him that they only hope for Israel to escape judgment from the imminent Day of the LORD is if they turn from their sin, seek God, and may live.
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The 6th sermon in a series on Colossians: Christ the King
Paul continues to expose "the Colossian Heresy" as he reveals that even good former religious rituals are merely a shadow cast by the greater reality: the person and work of Jesus Christ. He encourages Christians to not let Judaizers pressure them into keeping kosher or certain festivals or for pagans to pressure them into asceticism or mystery religions.
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The 5th sermon in a series on Colossians: Christ the King
Paul begins to address "the Colossian Heresy." That is, Paul begins to encourage the Colossians to stay rooted in the person and work of Jesus, keeping Christ the King center to their lives, and not being misled by paganism or legalism. Paul summarizes these ancillary ideas wordy "philosophies" that are really just "empty deceits."
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The 4th study in Amos: The Shepherd Prophet
In our 4th part of a 9-week study, Amos denounces Israel's pride in her wealth and power, especially when it comes to mistreating others. He also warns about God's covenant curses and total destruction if Israel won't repent of sin and self-reliance.
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The 4th sermon in a series on Colossians: Christ the King
In Paul's poem, he shows Christ as the Creator and Redeemer of all, something he works out in the life of the Church. Now, based on that Gospel truth and hope, he shows how he and we can endure and perservere through great suffering (from persecution and prison) for the sake of God and one another.
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The 3rd study in Amos: The Shepherd Prophet
In our 3rd part of a 9-week study, Amos lists the reasons why God is outraged with Israel, how they've failed to live up to his covenant, and how they'll be destroyed because of their unrepentant sin.
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The 3rd sermon in a series on Colossians: Christ the King
Paul gets to the theological and pastoral heart of his letter: a poem all about the centrality of Jesus Christ the King. In it, Paul shows us how Jesus is the Creator, how Jesus is the Redeemer, and how the Church is the place where he accomplishes it all.
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The 2nd study in Amos: The Shepherd Prophet
In our 2nd part of a 9-week study, we conclude Amos' condemnation of the nations with God's own people: Judah and Israel, who are guilty of idolatry and injustice.
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The 2nd sermon in a series on Colossians: Christ the King
Paul continues his encouragement of the Colossian church by telling them to continue on in God's will by growing in wisdom that leads to good work that produces spiritual endurance of all kinds of hardships.
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The 1st study in Amos: The Shepherd Prophet
In our 1st part of a 9-week study, we are introduced to Amos and his writing, as well as discussing the function of the Minor Prophets.
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The 1st sermon in a series on Colossians: Christ the King
Paul opens his letter to the Church of Colossae with a greeting and with gratitude. He greets them as equals in the faith, commending their fellowship together. And he expresses gratitude to God for cultivating a culture of faith, love, and hope in them.
The 12th and final sermon in the series, 2 Peter: Sharing in God's Life
Peter's closing word to his audience is a threefold encouragement: 1) be on guard against sin and deception, 2) be willing to grow in grace and knowledge of Jesus Christ, and 3) be ready to give God the glory for everything, both now and forever.
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The 11th sermon in the series, 2 Peter: Sharing in God's Life
Peter tells us, since the return of Christ and the Day of the Lord are imminent, we must actively wait. And active waiting looks like a life of holy conduct, godliness, and peace—meaning we are to love, give to, and serve both friend and foe alike. In this way, we actually hasten the Lord's return in justice and righteousness! Finally, Peter cautions us to beware of untaught and unstable people that will twist the Scriptures, and instead, encourages us to read the rest of the Bible for confirmation of his message.
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The 10th sermon in the series, 2 Peter: Sharing in God's Life
While the temptations of false teachers and the doubts of our own hearts may cause us to wonder about God's delay, Peter comforts and confronts us with this fact: the Day of the Lord is coming! On the one hand, God delays because he is patient with us, wanting all to have ample opportunity to repent. Yet on the other, God's delay because his judgment will be total and complete. Our only hope before an eternal God who is unlike us is that Jesus became like us, yet without sin, to save us!
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The 9th sermon in the series, 2 Peter: Sharing in God's Life
Now that Peter has thoroughly rebuked the false teachers, he turns his attention back to encouraging the saints. He tells them to remember the words of the prophets and apostles, that will come to comprise the Old and New Testaments, all of which is about Jesus Christ. Remembering, trusting, and obeying these words will ensure that, just as God delivered his people from the judgment of the flood, so will he deliver them from a coming judgment of fire.
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The 8th sermon in the series, 2 Peter: Sharing in God's Life
Peter concludes his section denouncing false teachers. He compares them to springs without life-giving water and freshly washed pigs that go wallowing back in the mud. All in all, they may look and sound impressive from afar, but they only bring sin and death.
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The 7th sermon in the series, 2 Peter: Sharing in God's Life
Peter continues his diatribe against false teachers. He compares their slandering of angels and their clamoring after money and sex to the mindless, predatory violence of irrational animals. To illustrate his point, he retells the story of the evil prophet Balaam and how his own donkey rebuked him when facing one of God's holy angels.
The 6th sermon in the series, 2 Peter: Sharing in God's Life
Peter takes us back to Genesis to show us three examples of God's justice on evil, two examples of God's mercy on sinners, and points us to the one example where God's justice and mercy meet: in the crucifixion of Jesus. All of this reminds us to be wary of false teachers and to be willing to trust only in the righteousness of Christ.
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The 5th sermon in the series, 2 Peter: Sharing in God's Life
Peter exposes the false teachers of the Early Church as no different than the false prophets of the Old Testament: those who bring condemnation and destruction on themselves. And so he warns us to look out for clever and charming speakers who deceive, specifically by how they divide the church, deny the Christ, and are depraved in their ways.
The 4th sermon in the series, 2 Peter: Sharing in God's Life
Peter and the other apostles are facing criticism and accusations at the end of their lives. It's coming from people who call themselves Christians, but consider the resurrection and return of Jesus to be absurd, mythological ideas. Peter responds as an eyewitness of the real Jesus and calls us to heed the witness of the prophets and apostles, both inspired by the Holy Spirit.
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The 3rd sermon in the series, 2 Peter: Sharing in God's Life
One of the most powerful acts of Christ worship and witness is simply to remember--to remember who God is and what he's done for us in Christ. And so, Peter tells us to remember the Gospel and the Lord's commands three times in this passage as he nears the end of his life, hoping to give us hope in our lives, too.
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The 2nd sermon in the series, 2 Peter: Sharing in God's Life.
Peter wants us to be rooted in faith in God's divine power and the hope of God's divine nature. And from these roots, he pleads with us to "supplement our faith" with 7 things: goodness, knowledge, self-control, endurance, godliness, brotherly affection, and love. He warns that not growing in these qualities is to risk being spiritually useless and forgetful of our salvation.
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The 1st sermon in the series, 2 Peter: Sharing in God's Life.
Peter's last address has shifted from pastoral to polemical; from comforting to confrontational. What does Peter hope to communicate to the scattered and tired Christians of the world, and what does it mean that he is speaking "apocalyptically"?
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The sermon for Maranatha's 42nd Anniversary Service.
What does Paul mean when he talks about David serving his generation? And how might we, as Christians, serve ours?
The 19th & final sermon in a series on 1 Peter.
Peter's last words to the exiles of Asia Minor exhort them to live by the "true grace" of the Gospel. Peter commends Silvanus and Mark as exemplary co-elect co-exiles, reminding Christians that despite our suffering, the triune God is triumphing in and for us.