Sometimes it seems like the wicked prevail – Psalm 73 John the Baptist – the forerunner pointing to Christ . The world hates having their sin exposed . . John 3:19-20 . Jesus said that John the Baptist was the greatest man . . Matthew 11:11 Three Implications . …
We exist to display God's glory, declare God's truth, delight in God's Son, and disciple God's people
We exist to display God's glory, declare God's truth, delight in God's Son, and disciple God's people
Sermons on Persecution
Matthew 11:16-19 1. The Instruction – Vs. 13-15 . Malachi 4:5-6 . . “He who has ears to hear . . . . . Matthew 11:5, 13:40; Luke 8:8, 14; the letters to every church in Revelation 2 & 3 2. …
2 Thessalonians 2:13-17Three Responses To The Gospel Of Christ To Hold Fast In Times Of Affliction1. We Rejoice In Divine Election – Vss. 13-14. 2 Thessalonians 1:3, Romans 1:16, Philippians 3:8, 18-212. We Stand On Divine Truth – Vs. 15 . 2 Thessalonians 2:2, Colossians 2:8, Ephesians 2:19-20, 1 Thessalonians 5:20-22 3. We Endure…
2 Thessalonians 1:6-12 Three Implications Of Christ’s Return That Cultivate Perseverance In Believers1. It Will Bring Justice For The Afflicted – Vss. 6-7. Galatians 6:7, Romans 12:17-19, 1 Peter 4:12-13, Matthew 25:31-33, 40, 45; Isaiah 66:162. It Will Result In Retribution To The Disobedient – Vss. 8-10. 1 Thessalonians 2:19, 3:12, 4:15, 5:233. Ignites…
THERE IS A 70 SECOND BLANK IN THE RECORDING AT AROUND 22 MINUTES. IT BEGINS AGAIN JUST AFTER 23 MINUTES Matthew 10:40-42 Two Profound Realities That Bring Comfort In The Midst Of Opposition 1. Believers Are Identified With Christ – Vs. 40 . Vs. 11, Matthew 18:5, Luke 10:16, Acts 9:4, Colossians 1:24 2. Believers Are Rewarded By Christ…
2 Thessalonians 1:1-5 Three Marks Of A Healthy Christian In The Midst Of Affliction 1. A Healthy Christian Grows In Faith And Love – Vs. 3 . 1 Thessalonians 4:10, 2 Peter 3:18, Hebrews 5:11-12, 1 Timothy 4:15 2. A Healthy Christian Perseveres And Remains Faithful – Vs 4 3. A Healthy Christian Keeps The Proper Perspective –…
Matthew 10:34-39 Christ does unify – Ephesians 2:14-15 – but He also divides Two Elements That Highlight The High Cost of Following Christ 1. The Divisive Nature Of Genuine Discipleship – Vs. 34 . Isaiah 9:6, Luke 2:14, Romans 14:17, Colossians 1:20, John 14:27, 16:33 . Matthew 10;21, Micah 7:6, Matthew 24:10,…
Matthew 10:28-33 . The Power of Persecution is Its Ability to Inspire Fear Last Week . 1. The Certainty of Opposition . 2. The Needlessness of Fear . A. …
Matthew 10:23-44 3 Critical Perspectives to Maintain 1. The Certainty of Opposition – Vss. 24-25 . Acts 9:4, John 15:18-19, Colossians 1:24, Matthew 9:35, 12:23-24; Philippians 3:8-10, Acts 5:40-41 2. The Needlessness of Fear – Vss. 25-27 . God Will Vindicate – 1 Corinthians 4:3-5, 1 Timothy 5:24-25, Matthew 5:14-16, Acts 2:14-33
Six Markers That Characterize The Hard Road Ahead For True Disciples Last Week: 1. The Danger Of The Task 2. The Scope Of The Opposition 3. The Help From The Spirit This Week: 4. The Division Of The Family – Vs. 21 . Matthew 24:9-10, Micah 7:6, Luke 14:26 5. The Extensiveness Of The Hatred…
We are not in a ‘culture war’ – we are in a spiritual warJesus did not come to redeem ‘culture’He came to redeem sinners Six Markers That Characterize The Hard Road Ahead For True Disciples 1. The Danger Of The Task – Vs. 16 . Luke 10:3, Matthew 5:10-12, Acts 14:22, 2 Timothy 3:12 2. …
Micah 4:1-5 Three Future Realities The Provide Present Hope 1. The World Will Be God-Centered – Vss. 1-2 . The Millennial Reign of Christ 2. God Will Establish Lasting Peace – Vs. 3 e. God’s People Will Prosper – Vs. 4
1 Thessalonians 2:17-3:13 Four Desires All Believers Should Have 1. A Desire To Be With One Another . A. Because We Care – Vs. 17 . B. Because We Know Our Enemy Does Not Want Us Together – Vs. 18 . . 1 Peter 5:8, 1 John 2:16 . …
1 Peter 1:13-16 Opposition and persecution will come – John 15:18-19 How are we to persevere in the face of persecution?1. We are to fix our hope on future glory – Vs. 13. A. By preparing our mind for action. …
Matthew 5:38-42 . You have heard it said . . . Evidence #1Evidence #2Evidence #3Evidence #4 Retaliation is a common human response to hurt, BUT:. Proverbs 20:22, 24:29;…
Matthew 5:10-12 Why Persecution Is Good: 1. It Purifies The Church 2. It Extends The Church – Acts 8:1 3. It Sanctifies Believers 4. It Identifies Us As Children of God – John 13:16-20 Last Week: . I. The Biblical Nature of Persecution This Week: . II. The Rich Blessing of Persecution – Vs. 11 . . . . Persecution is evidence…
Matthew 5:10-12 The tide is turning against the church – are you ready? 1. The Biblical Nature Of Persecution . A. It is inevitable for all believers . . Matthew 5:43, 10:16-21, 23, 24, 28, 34; 21:33-39, 24:9, John 15:18, Acts 14:22, 2 Timothy 3:12 . . …