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Christians should imitate God by living a life of love for others, just as Jesus loved humanity and sacrificed himself for their salvation. Believers must be wise and make good use of their time, since life is short and the world presents many evil influences. Living virtuously and for the benefit of others reflects the character of God.
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Good morning church family. Today we will be discussing Psalms 22, a lament psalm written by King David. In this psalm, David expresses his deep anguish and despair as he cries out to God for help. Though feeling forsaken by God, David maintains his faith that God will deliver him from his troubles. The psalm provides insight into David's trust in God even during his darkest moments of suffering. It reminds us that God is with us through all of life's difficulties and will ultimately bring victory.
Sermon 06.30.13 - The Inheritance Pt. 3 - Matthew 5:13-14 - Kyle Borger
This passage discusses Jesus sending his disciples out into the world to spread his message. He warns them that they will face persecution from both religious and political authorities, and even betrayal from family members. However, Jesus promises that the Holy Spirit will give them the words to say to defend their faith. He also tells them not to worry about persecution, but to flee to another town if they are driven out. The passage concludes by listing the spiritual armor from God that believers should wear, including truth, righteousness, peace, faith, salvation and the word of God, to withstand attacks from Satan.
Sermon 06.23.13 - The Inheritance pt. 2 - Hebrews 11&12 - Kyle Borger
This document discusses faith through examples in the Bible. It describes how people like Enoch, Noah, Abraham, Sarah, Moses, and many prophets lived by faith, not seeing the promises of God but believing them. They admitted they were strangers on earth and looked to a heavenly country prepared by God. The document encourages readers to persevere in faith like Jesus, fixing their eyes on him despite hardships, and to pursue holiness as God disciplines believers as his children.
Sermon 06.16.13 - The Inheritance - Genesis 12 - Kyle Borger
The document contains passages from the Bible describing God's commands and promises to Abraham to leave his homeland and become a great nation, the Israelites complaining about their journey in the wilderness and wanting to return to Egypt, God's anger at their lack of faith and promise to destroy them, but forgiveness through Moses, and teachings in Ephesians about putting off the old self and behaviors and putting on the new self by speaking truth, controlling anger, avoiding theft and harmful speech, and showing compassion.
Sermon 06.09.13 Acts 5:15 - 42 Be an Unstoppable Witness of the Good King
The early Christian believers shared everything they had and there was no needy among them. The apostles performed signs and wonders and taught about Jesus' resurrection. When the apostles were arrested for teaching, an angel freed them from jail and told them to continue preaching in the temple. They were again arrested and brought before the Sanhedrin, where Peter declared they must obey God rather than men. A Pharisee named Gamaliel advised not interfering if their work was from God. The apostles were flogged and commanded not to preach, but they continued teaching daily about Jesus.
Be a Servant to the God King - Acts 4:32 - 5:14 - June 2nd, 2013
1) The early believers devoted themselves to learning from the apostles, fellowship, breaking bread together, and prayer. They shared everything in common and there was no one in need among them.
2) Ananias and Sapphira sold property but kept back some of the money, lying to the apostles and Holy Spirit. Both fell down dead, striking fear in the church.
3) The apostles performed many signs and wonders, and more people believed.
Sermon 05.12.13 - John 17:20-26 - Called to Unity
The sermon discusses Jesus' call for unity among believers and references several Bible passages on this topic. It notes that Jesus prayed for believers to be one as He and God are one, so that the world may know God sent Jesus. It also discusses how believers were made one body through baptism in the Holy Spirit. The sermon encourages believers to love one another and be united as a sign of their discipleship, and to humbly bear with one another in love as God bears with humanity.
Sermon 05.05.13 - Matthew 25 - Why are we here? Brian Knight
The sermon discusses the parable of the talents from Matthew 25, in which a man entrusts his servants with different amounts of money to manage based on their abilities before going on a journey. Two servants invested their money and doubled their returns, pleasing their master. However, the third servant buried his single talent in the ground out of fear of losing it. Upon the master's return, the first two servants are praised for their work, while the third is punished for not putting the money to use. The sermon uses this parable to explain that God has given each person different abilities and expects them to be put to use during their lifetime.
Sermon 04.28.13 John 13:30-35 Love One Another
This sermon discusses loving one another as Jesus loved us. It references several Bible passages about Jesus glorifying God through his death, loving others more than one's own life, and laying down one's life for friends. Jesus gave a new commandment to love one another as he loved us. When we love one another, people will know we are Christ's disciples. The fruit of the Spirit is love and those who belong to Christ have crucified selfish passions and desires to live by the Spirit through love. The sermon encourages praying for a heart like Jesus' to love others and looking for ways to express tangible love to those around us this week.
Sermon 04.21.13 - Acts 9:36-43 - Denise Ness
In Tabitha, also known as Dorcas, was a disciple who was known for her good works and acts of charity. When she became ill and died, her friends called for Peter who came and saw her laid out. Peter sent them all out of the room and prayed, and commanded Tabitha to arise. She opened her eyes, and when Peter presented her alive, many believed in the Lord.
Sermon 4.7.13 - Finding Peace in Purpose - John 20:19-31
1) The passage from Psalm 118 recounts God's salvation and deliverance of the righteous from distress. It praises God for making the rejected cornerstone the most important part of the building.
2) In John 20, the disciples are hiding in fear but Jesus appears and says "Peace be with you." He commissions them as the Father sent him. Thomas doubts until he sees Jesus and confesses "My Lord and my God!"
3) William Greathouse explains that we naturally love ourselves more than others, but walking in the Spirit enables us to love others as much as ourselves through God's balancing grace.
Sermon 3.31.13 - Jeremiah Bolich
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Sermon 03.24.13 - John 11:1-46 Sign #7: Raised from the Dead
1) Jesus receives word that his friend Lazarus is sick in Bethany. He delays going to see Lazarus for two more days.
2) When Jesus arrives in Bethany, Lazarus has already been dead for four days. Jesus tells Martha that Lazarus will rise again, and she affirms her belief in the resurrection.
3) Jesus goes to Lazarus's tomb and calls him to come out. Lazarus emerges from the tomb still bound in grave clothes. Many who witness this believe in Jesus.
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Sermon 10.03.10
- 10. 1Be imitators of God, therefore, as dearly loved children 2and live a life of love, just as Christ loved us and gave himself up for us as a fragrant offering and sacrifice to God.
- 12. 15Be very careful, then, how you live—not as unwise but as wise, 16making the most of every opportunity, because the days are evil.