In the first chapter of Colossians, Paul establishes the preeminence of Christ – “so that He Himself will come to have first place in everything.” (Colossians 1:18, NASB) What does it mean that Jesus has first place in everything? What does this look like in the daily life of discipleship? Ppt: Outline: To download, right-click on the …
Continue reading Sermon: He Has First Place in Everything – The Comprehensive Nature of DiscipleshipDiscipleship
At times we can feel there is little we can bring to the table in serving God and others. We question whether what we can do is significant. Jesus told His disciples about how some would receive them when He commissioned them to preach to the lost of Israel. The actions of those who did so, no …
Continue reading Sermon: Only a Cup of Cold WaterJohn 17 records Jesus’ prayer concluding His final moments with His disciples before His betrayal. The prayer is one concerning consecration – concerning Jesus’ final work on the cross, the apostles’ ministry that was to begin after Jesus was glorified, and for all those who believe through the apostolic ministry to be united in the Father …
Continue reading Sermon: Jesus’ Prayer of ConsecrationDependability should be a key part of every Christian’s character. It is the quality of being trustworthy and reliable. We need to show that we are dependable in every part of what God calls us to be. Ppt: Outline: To download, right-click on the title in the track list and select “Save link as…”
Continue reading Sermon: DependabilityJohn 2:13-17 records Jesus’ cleansing of the temple at the beginning of His ministry. When He had driven the moneychangers and all the animals out of the temple grounds, the disciples remembered a Messianic passage, “Then His disciples remembered that it was written, ‘Zeal for Your house has eaten Me up.’” (v. 17) Jesus’ intense …
Continue reading Sermon: What Consumes You?“I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.” (Philippians 4:13) What did Paul mean by this, and how does it apply to Christians today? Ppt: Outline: To download, right-click on the title in the track list and select “Save link as…”
Continue reading Sermon: I Can DoWe are a people who enjoy telling and hearing stories. The stories of others entertain us, and even can help us learn. We need to realize we are writing our own story, a story that will be opened before God in judgment. What story are we writing for ourselves? Ppt: Outline: To download, right-click on …
Continue reading Sermon: What will your story be?Acts 9:36-43 records the resurrection of a woman by Peter. The Holy Spirit reveals her name, “Tabitha, which is translated Dorcas,” and explains, “This woman was full of good works and charitable deeds which she did.” She stands as an example of true grace and beauty as defined by scripture. Ppt: Outline: To download, right-click …
Continue reading Sermon: Tabitha – An Example of Grace and Beauty“The fear of man brings a snare, But whoever trusts in the LORD shall be safe.” (Proverbs 29:25) Fear is debilitating, and will not allow us to be the disciples we are called to be. If we trust in the Lord we will be lifted above our fears, and find safety in Him. This second part …
Continue reading Sermon: Fear’s Snare and Faith’s Haven (Part 2)Acts 1 records the events just prior to Jesus’ ascension, His ascension, and what the disciples did before the kingdom was established on the day of Pentecost. The text supplies us with several lessons to learn. Ppt: Outline: To download, right-click on the title in the track list and select “Save link as…” The sermon …
Continue reading Sermon: Between His Ascension and Kingdom