Matthew 2:1-12 There were three responses to the birth of Christ. The wise men – “We have come to worship Him”. Herod – Pride, arrogance and unwillingness to follow Christ’s demands. The Jewish leaders – Indifference 1. The Intense Interest of the Magi – Vs. 1-2. Daniel 2:2 – Diviners,…
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 (Page 25)
Selected Scripture Characteristics of Sinful Fear. A. It proceeds from unbelief in God’s promise. Matthew 14:22-31. B. It attributes more power to the source of your fear than to God. Matthew 10:24-31. C. It keeps you from fulfilling your biblical responsibilities. …
Why does church discipline always seem to be about sexual sins? Matthew 18:15-7, Titus 3:10-11 What was the mark of Cain? Genesis 4:15 If Jesus couldn’t sin, how can the Bible say He was tempted in all ways as we are? Hebrews 4:15, Matthew 4:1-11 How do you choose a Christian college? Why didn’t the Bible condemn slavery from the beginning? Exodus…
Matthew 1:18-25 Why Is The Virgin Birth Important?It proves the existence of the God-manIt proves, and ensures, the sinlessness of Jesus ChristIt provides a supernatural evidence of Christ’s uniqueness The embarrassing circumstance of Mary. Deuteronomy 22:23-24, Matthew 25:1-10. The Holy Spirit’s creativity: Genesis 2, Psalm 104:3, Ezekiel 37:14, Isaiah 11:2, 42:1 The Secret Plan of Joseph The Surprising…
Matthew 1:1-17 Evidence of the Grace of God in Matthew 1. The Inclusion of Abraham & His Descendants 2. The Inclusion of Four Outcast Women . Tamar: Genesis 38 . Rahab: Joshua 2 . Ruth: Ruth 4:13 . Bathsheba: 2 Samuel 11:4-5 3. The Inclusion of David and His Descendants…
Nehemiah & Esther
Ezra & Nehemiah
Selected Scripture A Survey of the Old Testament to show what Matthew was thinking Genesis 1:26-28 – God has created humanity in His image in order to exercise dominionGenesis 3:15-19 – There was a promise in the curseGenesis 12:-1-3 – Abrahamic covenant; A seed of Eve will bring hopeGenesis 49:8-10 – A King is coming from the line of JudahNumbers 24:15-17 –…
1 & 2 Samuel, 1 & 2 Kings, 1 & 2 Chronicles
Proverbs 16:1-4 God is sovereignly in control of EVERYTHINGPsalm 47:2, 115:3, 130:19: Ephesians 1:11Creation: Genesis 1, Colossians 1 .Nations: Daniel 2:21, 4:17 Salvation: John 3:8, Ephesians 1:4Our Length of Days: Psalm 139 Recognize The Sovereignty of God In Your Life – Vs. 1. It is wise for us to plan – Proverbs…
Colossians 3:15 Vs. 1-4 – A description of our new life as new creations in Christ Vs. 5-8 – What we are to put off Vs. 9-17 – The priority of putting on the new man Vs. 15 – Let the peace of Christ reign in your hearts and be thankful . A. Peace . …
Joshua, Judges and Ruth – Part 2
Select Scripture Do our words build up or tear down? Proverbs 10:21, 14:3, 20:5 Few Words – calculated, controlled, careful, deliberate. Proverbs 17:28, 10:8, 10, 19; 11:12, 13:3, 15:28, 21:23, James 1:19 Timely Words – Words that are apt and appropriate for that particular situation. A. Words of Encouragement. Proverbs 12:25, 15:23, 16:24,…
Select Scriptures. There is power in our tongue – Proverbs 18:21. How Destructive Our Tongue Can Be. …
French Missionary Federation
Hebrews 5:11-14 How have you Grown in Christ over the past 9 months? – Matthew 7:21-27 Sluggish Ears (Dull of Hearing) – Vs. 11. Hebrews 7:2 Wasteful of Spiritual Opportunities – Vs. 12. Matthew 13:3-9, Proverbs 13:20 Ignorant In Understanding – Vs. 13 Untrained Senses – Vs. 14 – We should be growing in grace…
Select Scripture The first sin recorded in the Bible – Genesis 4:4-9 – Murder driven by rage Jesus considered anger on a par with murder – Matthew 5:21-24 Paul warned about deeds of sinfulness – Galatians 5:19-21, 2 Corinthians 12:20 Anger is the precursor to, and associated with, many other sins – Ephesians 4:21, Colossians 3:8. . …