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Three Perspectives of the Birth of Jesus – Part I

Intro As this is the time of year that people all over the world celebrate the birth of Christ and I wanted

Relationship Refurbish – Conference 2021

Conference on relationships and marriage. The main relationship we need to fix is ours with the Lord and change our own attitudes

Men’s Retreat – Morning Teaching

Genesis | Chapter 1

Genesis, “The Creation” Ch.1 Intro 1:1-13 Ordinary history is recorded in a way that reveals the achievements and progress of people. Telling

Genesis 2:1-25 “The beginning of our history” Vs. 1-7 Resting in His presence Vs. 8-17 Self-centered or God-centered Vs. 18-25 God’s gift

Genesis 3:1-24 “Lost in the Wilderness of Sin” Vs. 1-6 Has God indeed said Vs. 7-13 Where are you Vs. 14-24 The

Genesis 4:1-24 “The Causality of Community” Vs. 1-8 It’s not too late! Vs. 9-24 Where’s your brother? Intro In chapter three the

Genesis 5:1-32 “Men called by the name of the Lord” Vs. 1-5 The days Adam lived Vs. 6-32 Truths about walking with

Genesis 6:1-22 “The way off the Island of iniquity” Vs. 1-7 Broken lives, broken heart Vs. 8-22 The ship called Grace Intro.

Genesis 7:1-24 “Come into the Ark” Vs. 1-10 All aboard Vs. 11-24 It’s raining, it’s pouring Intro. In the seventh chapter we

Genesis 8:1-22 “Resting in the ark of grace” Vs. 1-12 The wind and a bird Vs. 13-22 From the ark to the

Genesis 9:1-29 “Living under the skies of grace” Vs. 1-17 Eight provisions of God’s covenant Vs. 18-29 Noah and son’s Intro. In

Genesis 10:1-32 “Redeemed out of every tribe, tongue, people and nation” Vs. 1-5 Japheth and sons Vs. 6-14 Ham and sons Vs.

Genesis 11:1-32 “All in the family” Vs. 1-9 Together in being apart Vs. 10-32 From Shem to Abram Intro. The first 11

Genesis 12:1-9 “I will bless you” Vs. 1-9 A walk of life Intro The focus is upon Abram from this chapter through

Genesis 13:1-18 “The tale of two men” Vs. 1-4 The road to restoration Vs. 5-18 Living in the land of vision and

Genesis 14:1-24 “War of the worlds” Vs. 1-16 Lot’s liberation army Vs. 17-24 More blessed to give Intro In the 12th through

Genesis 15:1-21 “Exceeding great reward” Vs. 1-6 Faith’s reward Intro This chapter introduces a lot of firsts in scripture: Vs. 1-6 Faith’s

Genesis 16:1-16 “Castles from mud pies” Vs. 1-6 Trying to obtain promises through the flesh Vs. 7-16 Drinking from the well of

Genesis 17:1-27 “More of You and less of me” Vs. 1-14 Outward sign of an inward reality Vs. 15-27 True holy laughter

Genesis 18:1-33 “Abraham in the school of prayer” Vs. 1-15 Changing the heart about God Vs. 16-33 Changing the heart about others

Genesis 19:1-38 “The destruction of Sin” Vs. 1-11 What’s the world coming too? Vs 12-38 Getting the World out of us Intro

Genesis 20:1-18 “Abraham, what were you thinking?” Vs. 1-7 A half-truth is a whole lie Vs. 8-18 A lack of the fear

Genesis 21:1-34 “The God who keeps His promises” Vs. 1-14 Laughter and sorrow Vs. 15-21 A lesson in trust Vs. 22-34 Water

Genesis 22:1-10 “A test of Love (part a)” Vs. 1-10 A journey of sacrifice Intro The 22nd chapter of Genesis is one

Genesis 23:1-20 “Shalom for Sarah” Vs. 1-9 A resting place for Sarah Vs. 10-20 Possessing a promise Intro The next two chapters

Genesis 24:1-27 “A bride for the only begotten Son” Vs. 1-13 A servants search for the bride Vs. 14-27 Seven characteristics of

Genesis 25:1-34 “The passing of the torch of faith” Vs. 1-18 Abraham’s other life Vs. 19-28 One birth two nations Vs. 29-34

Genesis 26:1-33 “In the footsteps of his father” Vs. 1-11 Like father, like son Vs. 12-33 From blessed in the world to

Genesis 27:1-46 “The pathway of pragmatism” Vs. 1-4 That’s my boy? Intro Vs.1-4 Reading these first two verses it would seem as

Genesis 27:41-46 (Recap) Ch. 28:1-22 “Running to be at rest” Vs. 27:41-28:9 The dividends of deception Vs. 10-22

Genesis 29:1-35 “A pilgrims process” Vs. 1-20 Romantic comedy Vs. 21-35 One for the price of two Intro Over the next three

Genesis 30:1-24 “Battle of the brides” Vs. 1-13 Baby boxing Vs. 14-24 Where’s the baby? Intro This story before us is a

Genesis Chapter 31:1-16 “We can’t all just get along” Intro Vs. 1-3 The outcome of Jacob’s manipulation is predictable and all too

Genesis 32:1-32 “Life’s struggle” Vs. 1-12 Ready to surrender Vs. 13-32 Pinning yourself down Intro There is perhaps no greater chapter in

Genesis 33:1-20 “One step forward, three back” Vs. 1-16 A divided man Vs. 17-20 A compromised man Intro. In the last chapter

Genesis 34:1-31 “The rape of righteousness” Vs. 1-12 A deal for Dinah Vs. 13-31 From a relationship to religion Intro. In Chapter

Genesis 35:1-4 “Returning to your first love” Vs. 1-4 Five steps in submission Intro By the time we get to this chapter,

Genesis 36:1-43 Vs. 1-8 From the land of promise to the land of compromise Intro Genesis records history and history is His-story.

Genesis 37:1-36 “The early life of Joseph” Vs. 1-11 The jealousy of Joseph Vs. 12-29 The colored coat of conspiracy Vs. 30-36

Genesis 38:1-30 “Pleasures pitfalls” Vs. 1-19 The pleasure of sin for a season Vs. 20-30 Rotten roots to healthy fruit Intro Having

Genesis 39:1-23 “The Lord was with Joseph” Vs. 1-12 The steps of dealing with temptation Vs. 13-23 Better not bitter Intro We

Genesis 40:1-23 “Hopes and dreams” Vs. 1-12 I had a dream Vs. 13-23 I’ve got some good news and some bad news

Genesis 41:1-57 “From the prison to the palace” Vs. 1-13 Dreams and remembrance Vs. 14-36 Dreams with a design Vs. 37-57 Joseph’s

Genesis 42:1-38 “Revenge or restoration” Vs. 1-5 The need to go to Egypt Vs. 6-25 The testing of brothers Vs. 26-38 The

Genesis 43:1-34 “Unexpected grace” Vs. 1-15 Not Egypt again Vs. 16-25 Suspicious of grace Vs. 26-34 Righteous reunion Intro. Samuel Johnson once

Genesis 44:1-34 “Regret or repentance?” Vs. 1-15 Searching out the heart Vs. 16-34 How shall I go to my father Intro. The

Genesis 45:1-28 “Forgiven” Vs. 1-8 You sold me, God sent me Vs. 9-20 Seeking relationship and not revenge Vs. 21-28 From unbelief

Genesis 46:1-34 “A crisis of faith” Vs. 1-7 The promise of rest Vs. 8-27 The promise of 70 Vs. 28-34 Family reunion

Genesis 47:1-31 “The journey of a lifetime” Vs. 1-12 The blessings of a new home Vs. 13-26 The failure of the Egyptians

Genesis 48:1-22 “Viewing the past from the present” Vs. 1-7 After these things Vs. 8-16 To the head of the family Vs.

Genesis 49:1-12 “All in the family (part 1)” Vs. 1-2 The final words Vs. 3-12 The future of the sons of Leah

Genesis 50:1-26 “Homeward bound” Vs.1-14 Jacob’s journey home Vs. 15-21 Fearful regrets of life Vs.22-26 A life of hope Intro The end

Exodus “The Road To Redemption” I. Chp. 1-18 Let My People Go 1. Chp. 1-4 The making of a man of God

Exodus 2: 1-25 – “Taken From The Water” I.) Intro. There is a twofold danger in looking at Bible heroes, or for

Exodus 3: 1-10 – “University of Fire Bush” I.) Intro. I have said this before, “I love history.” To me, the stories

Exodus 4:1-17 – “Here I Am, Send Him” I.) Intro. In chapter 3, Moses had a close encounter with God. From verse

Exodus 5:1-21 – “Who Do You Belong To?” I.) Intro. Much of the land of Israel is in dispute as to who

Exodus 5:22-6:27 – “Not Why, But Who” I.) Intro. Have you ever been anxious over a situation, fretting about what might take

Exodus 6:28-7:13 – “A Word for Moses, A Sign for Pharaoh” I.) Intro. Things are about to change in the book of

Exodus 7:14-8:19 – “Who’s In Control?” Outline: Intro. Vs. 7:14-25 Who is the Sustainer of Life? Vs. 8:1-15 Who is the Creator

Exodus 8:20-9:12 – “A Difference Between People” Outline: Intro. Vs. 8:20-32 Deliverer or Destroyer Vs. 9:1-7 Provider or a Pest Vs. 9:8-12

Exodus 10:1-29 – “Who Is Like The Lord? part b” Outline: I.) Intro. II.) Vs. 1-11 A prideful snare III.) Vs. 12-20

Exodus 11:1 – 12:13 – “The Lord Does Make A Difference” Outline: I.) Intro. II.) Vs. 1-11 A blessing or a final

Exodus 12:14-51 – “Memorial Day” Outline: I.) Intro. II.) Vs. 14-28 Rejoice, remember, reach III.) Vs. 29-36 The blessing of obedience IV.)

Exodus 13:1-22 – “Alive Sacrificially” Outline: I.) Intro. II.) Vs. 1-10 Separate from sin III.) Vs. 11-16 Separate to the Lord IV.)

Exodus 14:1-31 – “Seeing the Work of the Lord” Outline: I.) Intro. II.) Vs. 1-9 I’ve got them right where I want

Exodus 15:1-27 – “New Surroundings By Joy” I.) Intro. Have you ever noticed how good of a winner you are? It’s a

Exodus 16:1-36 – “Food For The Soul” I.) Intro. Last week we looked at the song sung by the nation as they

Exodus 17:1-16 – “Present When Absent” I.) Intro. The young nation of Israel had only been experiencing God’s leading for about one

Exodus 18:1-27 – “Life Is Hard But God Is Good” I.) Intro. The 18th chapter is a transitional one as it bridges

Exodus 19:1-6 – “Time to meet your maker (a)” Outline: Intro. Vs. 1-6 Do you know how much I love you? Intro.

Exodus 20:1-11 – “Laws of Love” Outline: Intro. Vs. 1-3 Who you are to love Vs. 4-6 How you are to love

Exodus 21:1-36 – “House Rules Part 1” I.) Intro. After the Lord gave the “Ten Commandments,” which made up the moral law

Exodus 22:1-31 – “House Rules Part 2” I.) Intro. Last week, we saw God ordering the social life of the nation through

Exodus 23:20-33 – “The battle belongs to the Lord” I.) Intro. Last week we just about rapped up the explanation of the

Exodus 24:1-18 – “Sprinkled in the Blood” I.) Intro. By the time we come to this chapter, Israel has been out of

Exodus 25:1-9 – “That I Might Dwell Among Them (Part A)” I.) Intro. As we start this section, let me rehash a

Exodus 26:1-37 – “What’s Behind the Curtain?” Outline: Intro. Vs. 1-14 Covered by His Presence Vs. 15-30 An Anchor of the Soul

Exodus 27:1-21 – “Into His Courts” Outline: Intro. Vs. 1-8 Sacrifice & Offering Vs. 9-19 Coming to the Lord Vs. 20-21 Led

Exodus 28:1-43 – “Serving God & Man” Outline: Intro. Vs. 1-4 Dressed for the Occasion Vs. 5-39 Fitted for Service Vs. 40-43

Exodus 29:1-46 – “Set Apart to Serve” I.) Intro. As most of you know, Tom was recently ordained as a Pastor here

Exodus 30:1-38 – “Come Let Us Worship” I.) Intro. We have just finished looking at the clothing and ordination of the priests,

Exodus 31:1-18 – “Looking for a Few Good Men” Outline: Intro. Vs. 1-11: Called, Filled & Equipped Vs. 12-17: At Rest in

Exodus 32:1-14 – “Coming Down the Mountain (Part A)” Outline: Intro. Vs. 1-6: A Crisis of Faith Vs. 7-14: Change Your Heart

Exodus 33:1-23 – “Presents Without Presence?” Outline: Intro. Vs. 1-11: A Promise Without His Presence Vs. 12-17: The Presence of His Grace

Exodus 34:1-35 – “Back Together Again” Outline: Intro. Vs. 1-9: The Nature of Forgiveness Vs. 10-28: You’re the Love of My Life

Exodus Chapters 35-40 – “No Spectators” Outline: Intro Chp. 35-39: Time to Build Chp. 40: Filled with God’s Glory I.) Intro How

Exodus Chapters 35-40 – “No Spectators” Outline: Intro Chp. 35-39: Time to Build Chp. 40: Filled with God’s Glory I.) Intro How

Exodus Chapters 35-40 – “No Spectators” Outline: Intro Chp. 35-39: Time to Build Chp. 40: Filled with God’s Glory I.) Intro How

Exodus Chapters 35-40 – “No Spectators” Outline: Intro Chp. 35-39: Time to Build Chp. 40: Filled with God’s Glory I.) Intro How

Exodus Chapters 35-40 – “No Spectators” Outline: Intro Chp. 35-39: Time to Build Chp. 40: Filled with God’s Glory I.) Intro How

Exodus Chapters 35-40 – “No Spectators” Outline: Intro Chp. 35-39: Time to Build Chp. 40: Filled with God’s Glory I.) Intro How

Leviticus: Overview

Joshua “More Abundantly” I. Chp. 1-5 Preparing the person for the promises Chp 1 Remember the word I. Intro II. Vs. 1-5

B. Chp 2 Stepping out in faith Vs. 1-11 “The precious from the vile” I. Intro II. Vs. 1 Abounding grace III.

Chp. 3-4 Keeping the crossing Joshua 3:1-5 “Go after it” I. Intro II. Vs. 1-2 Ready to take the plunge III. Vs.

Joshua 4:1-24 “Two memorials” I. Intro II. Vs. 1-9 Momentum verses monuments III. Vs. 10-18 Two testimonies IV. Vs. 19-24 What are

Consecration to the commander Joshua 5:1-12 “Let’s get rolling” I. Intro II. Vs. 1-9 Renewing the covenant III. Vs. 10-12 Recalling God’s

Chp. 6-12 Conquering our Canaan Chp. 6-9 Central campaign Chp. 6 Tearing down walls Joshua 5:13 – 6:5 “Three steps to victory”

Chp. 7-9 No small things (Ai and Gibeonites) Joshua 7:1-9 “Trouble in the Vineyard” I. Intro II. Vs. 1-4 Grieving and quenching

Joshua 8:1-29 “Oh Lord stuck in Ai again” I. Intro II. Vs. 1-13 An opportunity to begin again III. Vs. 14-24 Lessons

Joshua 9:1-27 “Trick or Treat” I. Intro II. Vs. 1-13 Living with liars III. Vs. 14-27 Altered at the altar Intro While

Chp. 10 Southern campaign Victory from the camp of Gilgal Joshua 10:1-15 “Don’t let the Son Go Down on Me” I. Intro

Chp. 11 Northern Campaign 1. Doing battle a long time (verse 18) Joshua 11:1-23 “Leaving nothing undone” I. Intro II. Vs. 1-15

Chp. 12 Conquered kings 12:1-6 Two defeated kings before the land of promise 12:7-24 Thirty-One defeated kings in the land of promise

Chp. 13-21 Settling the settlers Chp. 13:1-7 There’s still work to do Chp. 13:8-33 East of the Jordan “Take one step further”

Chp. 13-21 Settling the settlers Chp. 14-19 West of the Jordan Joshua 14:1-15 “The best is yet to come” I. Intro II.

Joshua 15:1-63 “Establishing the border of praise” I. Intro II. Vs. 1-12 God keeps His promise III. Vs. 13-19 Three keys to

Joshua 16-17 “Only one lot?” I. Intro II. Vs. 16:1-10 Not according to numbers III. Vs. 17:1-13 The Lord is in the

“Only one lot?” (cont.) I. Intro II. Vs. 16:1-10 Not according to numbers III. Vs. 17:1-13 The Lord is in the details

Joshua 18:1-28 “Business or pleasure?” I. IntroII. Vs. 1-10 Wealthy beggarsIII. Vs. 11-28 No small places Intro Unlike Caleb and the daughters of

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Chp. 20-21 Law and order (Cites of refuge and cites for the Levites) “A shelter for sinners” I. Intro II. Vs. 1-6

Joshua 21:1-45 “Reversal of fortune” I. Intro II. Vs. 1-3 Scattered servants III. Vs. 4-42 From Curse to blessing IV. Vs. 43-45

An altar at the boarder Joshua 22:1-10 “So much more a lot sooner” I. Intro II. Vs. 1-3 Remaining faithful while being

A word to the leaders from history Joshua 23:1-16 “The invisible man” I. Intro II. Vs. 1-5 Possessing what God has expelled

A word to the nation, choose whom you will follow Joshua 24:1-13 “I have chosen you” I. Intro II. Vs. 1-4 I

Judges “Deliverers in dark times” Chp 1 Every man for himself Intro The headlines read: These headlines were not ripped out of

Judges 2:1-10 “Why Have You Done This?” Intro Three themes in Judges are repeated over and over: Sociologists write on the “secondhand

Chp. 3:5-16:31 God’s faithfulness man’s failure (13 judges) Chp. 3 Three strong servants for the South Judges 3:1-31 “Ordinary instruments for extraordinary

Chp. 4-5 Women on a mission in the North Judges 4:1-24 “The Honey Bee of Israel” Intro Harry Truman the 33rd president

Judges 5:1-31 “The Buzz of the Bee” Intro The fifth chapter of Judges is Deborah’s song (one of the oldest in the

Chp. 6-10:5 Reluctant men, great God for the central campaign Judges 6:1-24 “Who me?” Intro One of the great truths of the

Judges 7:1-25 “To big for God to use” Intro To put Israel’s victory in perspective one sports writer put the odds at

Judges 8:1-35 “The bigger battle” Intro In 2 Chron. 14:11 king Asa prayed as he faced over a million Ethiopians, “Lord, it

Judges 9:1-57 “The man who would be king” Intro Rudyard Kipling’s short story “The Man Who Would Be King” about two scoundrels

Judges 10:1-18 “Who’s crying now” Intro The 10th chapter is the ½ way point of the book and its main purpose

Judges 11:1-33 “From Zero to Hero” Intro Literature is full of “Cinderella” stories where local rejects make good. Author Horatio Alger wrote

Judges 11:34-12:15 “From Hero to Zero” Chapter 12 Intro Like many of you I have tomatoes on the vine that have grown

Judges 13:1-25 “Great Strength, Great Weakness” Intro The next 4 chapters are dedicated to one on the best known stories in the

Judges 14:1-20 “Going Down?” Intro This appeared in a Florida news paper a while back: “Garbage Mary,” as she was dubbed by

Judges 15:1-20 “Un-enjoyable Victory” Intro As many of you know I’m a football fan of a losing team the “Cowboys”. I was

Judges 16:1-22 “Hey, didn’t you use to be Samson?” Intro. Oscar Wilde once said, “I can resist anything…except temptation”, it sadly described

Judges Chapter 17:1-13 “Let’s Make God in our Image!” Introduction At this stage in the book of Judges it is good to

Judges Chapter 18:1-31 “Losing Your Religion” Introduction 1-6 Committed to ease 7-26 Designer Faith 27-31 Lavish Laish Lifestyle

Judges 19 “How did we get here?” Intro. The last three chapters in the book of Judges is one of the most

Chapters 20-21 Incompatibility Chapter 20 “Were All Wet” Intro. There is an old sailing story that talks about a sailor upon a

It’s God’s fault, let’s fix it This brings us to the final chapter of Judges and this story as the nation finally

Ruth Overview Ruth: Jesus the Faithful Friend 1:1-18 Choices 1:19-2:23 Boy meets girl 3:1-18 Decisions 4:1-22 Happily ever after Introduction The

2 Chronicles: Jesus the Center of Worship Chp. 1-9 Solomon’s opportunity Chp. 10-36 Twenty kings in 393 years Like the compilation of

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Song of Solomon | Overview

Song of Solomon,”Jesus our Groom” Ch. 1–3:5: Falling in love Ch. 3:6–5:1 Here comes the bride. Ch. 5:2-7:10 The truth about

Isaiah, “Jesus the Suffering Servant” Chp. 1-35 The throne of God Chp. 36-39 The throne of man Intro Moving through

Jeremiah, “Jesus our righteousness.” Ch. 1 Jeremiah’s Call Chs. 2-25 Twelve sermons against Judea Intro We come now to the second book

Lamentations: Jesus our Weeping Redeemer Apparently Lamentations was written soon after Jerusalem’s destruction recorded by Jeremiah in the book that bares his

Ezekiel: Jesus our Glorious Shepherd Ezekiel like Jeremiah was a priest and a prophet during Judah’s darkest days, (the 70 year Babylonian

Daniel, “Jesus, the Ancient of Days “ Ch. 1: The authors background Ch. 2-7 The future of foreigners Ch. 8-12 Hope for

Hosea, “Jesus our Faithful Husband” Chapter 1-3 Chapters 4-14 Intro The book of Hosea marks a division in our study through the

Hosea | Jesus our Faithful Husband

Chapter 1-3 Chapters 4-14 The book of Hosea marks a division in our study through the prophets from Major Prophets to Minor

Joel, “Jesus, the filler of his people” Ch. 1 A Day in the Life Chs. 2-3 Destruction and restoration Intro This little

Joel | Jesus the filler of His people

Chapter 1 A day in the life Chapters 2-3 Destruction and restoration This little three chapter book though small packs a powerful

Amos, “Jesus the Restorer of His People” Ch. 1-2 The last straw (Eight prophecies) Chs. 3-6 Are you listening (Three sermons) Chs.

Amos | Jesus the Restorer of His people

Chapter 1-2 The last straw (Eight prophecies) Chapters 3-6 Are you listening (Three sermons) Chapters 7-9:10 I can see it now (Five

Obadiah, “Jesus the Deliverer “ Ch. 1: 1-18 The End of Edom Ch. 1:19-21 Future blessing of Israel Intro The next two

Obadiah | Jesus the Deliverer

Chapter 1: 1-18 The End of Edom Chapter 1:19-21 Future blessing of Israel The next two books on our tour through the

The Book of Jonah “On The Wings Of A Dove” Jonah 1:1-3 “The Prodigal Prophet” Vs. 1 The Call of Jonah Vs.

Jonah, Ch. 2:1-10 “A Song At Sea” Ch. 2:1 Prepared Prayer Vs. 2-4 Dependence In The Deep Vs. 5-7 A Lifted Life

Jonah 3: 1-10 “A Change of Heart” Vs. 1-4 And Now A Word From My Sponsor Vs. 5-9 The Steps Of Change

Jonah 4: 1-11 “Where Is Your Heart?” Vs. 1-3: I Hate Your Grace? Vs. 4-8 Preparing His People Vs. 9-11 Plants or

Micah, “Jesus the Righteous Ruler.” Chs. 1-3 God’s Retribution Chs. 4-5 God’s Restoration Chs. 6-7 God’s Reconciliation Intro Micah’s ministry lasted 40

Nahum, “Jesus the Avenger” Ch. 1: What God will do Ch. 2: How God will do it Ch. 3: Why God will

Nahum | Jesus the Avenger

Chapter 1 What God will do Chapter 2 How God will do it Chapter 3 Why God will do it Ok when

Habakkuk, “Jesus, the light of the world.” Chapters 1-2 Troubled faith Chapter 3: Triumphant faith Intro Based upon the text, we believe

Habakkuk | Jesus the light of the World

Chapters 1-2 Troubled faith Chapter 3 Triumphant faith Based upon the text we believe Habakkuk was a priest that was involved in

Zephaniah, “Jesus, the Victor in Our Midst.” Chs. 1-3:8 A bad day Ch. 3:9-20 A good day Intro Zephaniah speaks to Judah

Haggai, “Jesus Our Temple” Ch. 1 A message to hands: “Be productive” Ch. 2:1-9 A message to hearts: “Be patient” Ch. 2:10-23

Haggai | Jesus Our Temple

Chapters 1 A message to hands: “Be productive” Chapter 2:1-9 A message to hearts: “Be patient” Chapter 2:10-23 A message to heads:

Zechariah, “Jesus the Servant King” Chs. 1-6 A night of visions Intro Zechariah is the 2nd chronologically of the post-exile prophets

Zechariah | Jesus the Servant King – Part 1

Chapters 1-6 A night of visions Chapters 7-8 God’s answer to questions Chapters 9-14 A future and a hope Zechariah is the

Malachi, “Jesus, the New Covenant” Chs. 1:1-1:5 Chs. 1:6-3:15 Chs. 3:16-4:6 Intro The book of Malachi was written almost 100 years after

Malachi | Jesus the New Covenant

Chapters 1:1-1:5 Chapters 1:6-3:15 Chapters 3:16-4:6 The book of Malachi was written almost 100 years after Haggai and Zechariah (the 1st and

Matthew 1:1 “The Book of Jesus, The King” 1 Son of David, Son of Abraham, Intro. It is in many ways fitting

Matthew 1:18-21 | Birth of Jesus

Intro. The birth of Christ is a story most are quite familiar. Matthew, a converted tax collector was used to give us

Matthew 2:1-12 “Where Is He?” 1-2 Wise Men Still Seek Him Vs. 3-8 Troubled By Jesus Vs. 9-12 Worship Him In this

Matthew 3:1-12 “The Herald’s Anthem” Vs. 1-4 The Voice in the Wilderness Vs. 5-12: Preparing the Way of the Lord Intro. Phrases

Matthew 4:1-4Matthew 4:1-4 “Led By The Spirit, Tempted By The Devil” Vs. 1-2 The Circumstances of the Temptation Vs. 3-4 The Lust

Matthew 5:1-6 “Kingdom Character part 1” Vs. 1-2 The Setting for the Sermon Vs. 3-6 The Need of our Hearts Intro. We

Matthew 6:1-8 “Why We Do What We Do” Vs. 1-4 Giving To God Vs. 5-8 Praying To God Intro. We now come

Matthew 7:1-12 “Grace & The Golden Rule” Vs. 1-5: How to Judge Vs. 6: How to Discern Vs. 7-12: When in Doubt,

Matthew 8:1-4 “The Touch of Truth” Vs. 1-4 Touching the Untouchable Intro. We have just concluded one of the greatest messages ever

Matthew 9:1-17 “Snapshots of a Savior” Vs. 1-8 Sending Away Sin Vs. 9-13 Matthew: An Invitation To The Sick 14-17 New Cloth

Matthew 10:1-15 “Laborers Into The Harvest” Vs. 1-4 The Call of the “Are Not’s” 5-8a What to Do, Where to Go 8b-15

Matthew 11:1-15 “Jesus and John” Vs. 1-3: Are You The Coming One? . 4-6 Blessed Are Those Who Are Not Stumbled Vs.

Matthew 12:1-21 Lord of Rest and Man Vs. 1-8 Rest Outside Vs. 9-13 Rest Inside Vs. 14-21 Two Responses To His Rest

Matthew 13:1-23 “He Who Has Ears to Hear, Let Him Hear.” Vs. 1-3a, 10-17 Teaching in Parables Vs. 3b-9, 18-23 Sower, Seed

Matthew Ch. 14:1-12 Vs. 1-2 Herod’s Scandal Introduction: Vs. 1-2 It is here that we are given the

Matthew 15:1-20 “Tradition! Or Tradition?” Vs. 1-11 Tradition Versus The Word Of God Vs. 12-20 Inward or Outward Holiness? Intro On the

Matthew 16:1-12 “Understanding the Signs” Vs. 1-4 A Sign From Heaven Vs. 5-12 Bread That Satisfies Intro In this

Matthew 17:1-13 “Glorification” Intro Vs. 1A.) The first thing we note here is the timing of this event, 6 days. So

Matthew 18:1-14 “Who’s the Greatest?” Vs. 1-3 A Child of the Kingdom Vs. 4-6 Characteristics of Greatness Vs. 7-10

Matthew 19:1-6 Two Shall Become One Intro Vs. 1 Again notice the phrase, “When Jesus had finished these sayings, He departed.”

Matthew 20:1-7 “In the Masters Vineyard” Vs. 1-7 Let’s identify the key parts of the story: You have a

Matthew 21:1-17 “Behold, Our King Comes.” Vs. 1-5 The Kings Preparation Vs. 6-11 The King Rides & The City

Matthew 22:1-14 “Your Invited” Intro In this parable, Jesus answers a question of the heart. Verse 46 says that upon hearing

Matthew 23:1-12 “What’s This God Thing All About?” Vs. 1-7 Mans Religion Vs. 8-12 Gods Relationship Intro As we approach

Matthew 24:1-14 Vs. 1-3 Signs in the Temple Vs. 4-5 Deceptive Claims Vs. 6-8 External Conflicts Vs. 9-14 World Wide

Matthew 25:1-13 “Behold, The Bridegroom is Coming, Are You Ready?” Vs. 1-2, 5, 7 Wise and Foolish Virgins

Matthew 26:1-16 “Worship, Or A Wasted Life” Vs. 1-5 Man Plotted, Jesus In Control Vs. 6-13 The Fragrance of

Matthew 27:1-26 “What Shall I Do With Jesus?” Vs. 11-26 The Trial of Pilate Intro Chapter 26 closed

Matthew 28:1-10 “Rejoice, He is Not Here.” Vs. 1-4 Roll Away The Stone Vs. 5-8 Come See Vs.

Mark “The Servant Ruler” Mark “God’s Bulldozer” 1:1-8 Introduction The gospel is not a discussion or a debate, it’s not good VIEWS;

“The Healing of Forgiveness” 2:1-12 Introduction In chapter 2 Mark records for us another day in Capernaum with the Son of God

“The Penalty of Popularity” 3:7-12 Introduction So far in Mark’s record of Jesus we have seen Mark gather stories that illustrate two

“Sacred secrets for the asking” 4:1-20 Introduction Because Jesus’ increased popularity and notoriety He was no longer teaching in the local synagogues

Mark 5:1-20 “Pigs Parish” Introduction This section of scripture from the end of chapter 4 through chapter 5 is Mark’s examination of

Mark 6:1 “A Perfect Person in a sinful world” Introduction In the first 6 verses of chapter 6 Mark finishes off this

Mark 7:1-7 “Tradition verses relation” Introduction The only link between the first 23 verse of chapter 7 and what we just read

Mark 8:1-9 “Food for thought” Introduction The 8th chapter is a continuation of Jesus’ ministry among the gentiles as the words “In

Mark 9:1-8 “Glory through the veil of humanity” Introduction One Greek scholar listed the first rule of scripture interpretation as: “Ignoring all

Mark 10:1-5 “The need to find the rest person” Introduction We come now to a very difficult teaching that will no doubt

Mark 11:1-11 “The Triumphal entry” Introduction We move forward in the time line of Jesus earthly life, as we enter the 11th

Mark 12:13-17 “Whose image?” Introduction In verses 13-27 the examination of Jesus continues but from three different groups. Last week we saw

Mark 13:1-4 “The expectant life” Introduction We know in chapter 13 very quickly in the text that the scene has changed, as

Mark 14:1-9 “Driven by devotion” Introduction This section comes right after Mark recording the Olivet Discourse with Jesus’ focus on what the

Mark 14:10-26 | Between the cups

Introduction The 14th chapter of Mark is full of contrasts to enable the reader to comprehend what true devotion looks like. This morning

Mark 15:1-15 “Two bound men” Introduction At the end of chapter 14 we realize that religion has decided to kill the true

Mark 16:1-8 “The reality of the resurrection” Introduction For all intensive purposes we will finish off Mark’s account of his gospel today

The Gospel according to Luke – Seeking and saving that which was lost

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Luke | Chapter 1

The Gospel according to Luke “Seeking and saving that which was lost” Full Chapter Outline: I. Chp. 1:1-4:13 The advent of

Luke 2:1-7 “Jesus is born. The earthly conditions” Introduction 1-5 The earthly conditions globally (the edict from Caesar) 6-7 The earthly conditions

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John | Chapter 1

The Gospel of John “The Portrait of Perfection” Theme: Jesus: “The portrait of perfection” Key verse: 14:8-9 “Phillip said to Him, “Lord,

Special Christmas Service 2020 | John 1:14 “Who is Jesus?”

I. Intro. II. Vs. 14 God made visible in the flesh I. Intro. Just who is Jesus? Christmas is always an interesting

John 2:1-11 “From emptiness to joy” Vs. 1-5 Is it my time? Vs. 6-11 The joy of transformation Intro The story before

John 3:1-10 “You must be born again” Vs. 1-2 Nicodemus: religious, rich, and ruler Vs. 3-8 Born again Vs. 9-10 How can

John 4:1-26 “The road less traveled” Vs. 1-6 The need to go Vs. 7-15 Better water Vs. 16-26 Woman believe Me Intro

John 4:1-26 | The Road Less Traveled

I. Intro. It is interesting to realize that Jesus departure from Jerusalem through Judea into Samaria and finally to Galilee (the end

John 5:1-16 “New freedom“ Vs. 1-9 Steps of transformation Vs. 10-16 Lifted burdens “Take up your bed and walk” Intro In a

: John 6:1-14 “Barely enough Barley” Vs. 1-4 The Multitude and the Messiah Vs. 5-9 Three solutions Vs. 10-14 Three keys

John 7:1-24 “Wonder next to our wanderings” Vs. 1-10 Bothered brothers Vs. 11-24 Mixed up multitude Intro The personal recognition of our

John 8:1-11 “Written in blood upon dirt” Vs. 1-6a Neither pardon nor prosecution Vs. 6b-11 The dust of death Intro There has

John 9:1-12 “Here’s mud in your eye” Vs. 1-5 Words for the heart Vs. 6-12 Anointed mud Intro This is the seventh

John 10:1-10 “The living door” Vs. 1-6 No more stranger in the nightVs. 7-10 One way, all welcome Intro The 9th

John 11:1-16 “What love is this?” Vs. 1-6 The fear of the delay Vs. 7-16 The fear of the journey Intro Jesus

Chapter 12:1-3 Vs. 1-3 Three aspects of worship Intro Vs. 1-3 So the week before the cross we find Jesus with this

III. 13:1-17:26 Private photos a. 13:1-14:15 Prophecies (sixth truth 14:6 one direction) John 13:1-17 “Loving service” I. Intro. II. Vs. 1-5 The

John 14: 5-14 “A glimpse of glory” I. Intro.II. Vs. 5-7 I am the Way III. Vs. 8-11 I am in the Father

John 15: 1-17 “The fruit of the vine” I. Intro. II. Vs. 1-6 Cultivating closeness III. Vs. 7-11 Evidence of fruitfulness

John 16:5-33 “The Masters plan” Intro. There some 60 churches listed in the “Yellow Pages” in Ravalli county but when we consider

c. 17:1-26 Prayers John 17:1-6 “The definition of success” I. Intro. II. Vs. 1-3 Things given up III. Vs. 4-6 Things given

a. 18:1-19:42 The passion John 18:1-14 “In the garden of glory” I. Intro. II. Vs. 1-6 Whom are you seeking? III. Vs.

Good Friday | John 18:15-27 – Peter’s denial in light of Jesus’ trial

II. Vs. 15-18 The promise of restoration III. Vs. 19-24 Truth in the court lies IV. Vs. 25-27 The process of denial

John 19:4-24 “Gotta serve someone” I. Intro. II. Vs. 4-7 Behold the Man III. Vs. 8-15 Behold your King IV. Vs. 16-24

John 19:25-30 | Seven Words From The Wood

Good Friday Intro Devotion is a difficult thing to measure but one thing is for certain, it can’t be measured by words

b. 20:1-31 The resurrection John 20:1-18 “Taken with Jesus” I. Intro. II. Vs. 1-10 The empty tomb III. Vs. 11-18 The risen

John 20:19-29 | Life In His Name

Resurrection Sunday Intro In John chapter 20 the first 23 verses conclude the events on the first Resurrection Sunday but our focus

c. 21:1-25 The commission John 21:1-14 “Fishers of men” I. Intro. II. Vs. 1-3 Fishermen III. Vs. 4-9 My Boy’s IV. Vs.

Acts “Jesus” The Sequel Outline: I.) Chp. 1-8:4 “Witnesses in Jerusalem” II.) Chp. 8:5-12 “Witnesses in Judea and Samaria” III.) Chp. 13-28

2:1-4 “Filling the whole house” part b I.) Intro. II.) Vs. 1-4 The might Intro. Jesus, in verse eight of chapter one,

Chp. 3-5 Power, preaching & prison 3:1-26 “What I have I give to you” I.) Intro. II.) Vs. 1-11 Look, rise up

4:1-31 “Boldness to speak Your Word” I.) Intro. II.) Vs. 1-6 Captive for Christ III.) Vs. 7-22 Uneducated & untrained men IV.)

4:32 – 5:11 “Great Grace, Power & Fear” I.) Intro. II.) Vs. 32-37 Great power & great grace III.) Vs. 1-11 Ripping

Chp. 6-8:4 Suffering servants 6:1-7 “Looking For a few good men” I.) Intro. II.) Vs. 1-7 Seeking servants Intro. Now you will

7:17-53 “In the grip of glory” I.) Intro. II.) Vs. 17-36 From bondage in bondage III.) Vs. 37-43 Living Word in dead

Chp. 8:5-12:25 “Witnesses in Judea and Samaria” Chp. 8:5-9:31 Out of the comfort zone 8:5-25 “Majesty verses magic” I.) Intro. II.) Vs.

9:1-19a “Pursuing the pursuer (a)” I.) Intro. II.) Vs. 1-9 The causes of conversion Intro. At the request of my doctor I

10:9-23 “Cheese burger in paradise?” I.) Intro. II.) Vs. 9-16 Peter on a diet III.) Vs. 17-23 No difference Intro. Now last

Chp. 11:1-18 Uncommon Peter 11:1-30 “Who invited them?” I.) Intro. II.) Vs. 1-18 It’s God’s fault Intro. One of the interesting side

12:12-25 “Knocking on heavens door” I.) Intro. II.) Vs. 12-19a The answer is at the door III.) Vs. 20-25 What’s eating him?

III.) Chp. 13-28 “Witnesses to the end of the earth” Chp. 13-14 Being sent on the way (1st trip) 13:1-13 “Hinges of

14:1-28 “The tale of three cities part a” I.) Intro. II.) Vs. 1-5 Iconium: A war of words Intro. We have been

Chp. 15-18:21 Traditions & the road less traveled (2nd trip) 15:1-21 “There goes the neighborhood a” I.) Intro. II.) Vs. 1-6 That’s

16:1-18 “Graceful in grace ” I.) Intro. II.) Vs. 1-5 Liberty in the hands of grace III.) Vs. 6-10 In the direction

17:1-15 “Right side up in an upside down world ” I.) Intro. II.) Vs. 1-4 A war of words III.) Vs. 5-9

18:1-18a “Abiding at Animal house” I.) Intro. II.) Vs. 1-5 The fellowship of friends III.) Vs. 6-8 Serving sinners and saints IV.)

19:1-20 “Getting in shape for the New Year (part b)” I.) Intro. II.) Vs. 1-7 Eating healthy III.) Vs. 8-10 Class room

20:1-16 “Groggy in grace” I.) Intro. II.) Vs. 1-6 Sustaining grace III.) Vs. 7-12 Fortunate grace IV.) Vs. 13-16 Walking in grace

21:1-16 “Life to do over” I.) Intro. II.) Vs. 1-7 Finishing our voyage III.) Vs. 8-12 Keeping the kingdom IV.) Vs. 13-16

22:1-29 “The truth of a testimonial” I.) Intro. II.) Vs. 1-21 Before, during & after III.) Vs. 22-29 Takes a beating &

22:30-23:11 “Failing Successfully” I.) Intro. II.) Vs. 30-5 Paul the prisoner III.) Vs. 6-11 The best out of a bad situation Intro.

24:1-27 “The people’s court” I.) Intro. II.) Vs. 1-9 Three charges against Paul III.) Vs. 10-21 Paul’s defense IV.) Vs. 22-27 A

25:1-27 “Continuing from grace to glory” I.) Intro. II.) Vs. 1-12 A new judge, same justice III.) Vs. 13-22 A change in

26:1-18 “For such a time as this part a” I.) Intro. II.) Vs. 1-8 B.C. days III.) Vs. 9-18 From darkness to

27:1-20 “By the time we get to Phoenix” I.) Intro. II.) Vs. 1-8 Ships log III.) Vs. 9-20 Tempest-tossed Intro. As we

28:1-16 “The end of the beginning” I.) Intro. II.) Vs. 1-6 Sticks & snakes III.) Vs. 7-10 Refuge & healing IV.) Vs.

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1 Corinthians | Chapter 1

1 Corinthians “A Church in Need of Christ” I. Introduction: 1:1-9 a. Vs. 1-3 Greetings in Grace b. Vs. 4-9 Things

1 Corinthians 2:1-9 “No Peddlers Please!” I. Introduction Paul had explained to these Corinthian believers that God’s message for their salvation was

1 Corinthians 3:1-4 “Milk, It Does a Body Good?” I. Intro In a small town, there were three churches all facing the

1 Corinthians 4:1-5“Portraits of a Pastor” I. Intro Over the last three weeks, we have gone over the truth that we are

1 Corinthians 5:1-13 “The Beauty of His Holiness (part a)” I. Intro Two weeks ago, we dealt with the “How to’s” of

1 Corinthians 6:1-11 “The Ex Factor” I. Intro As we have seen over the first five chapters, the Church in Corinth had

1 Corinthians 7:1-9 “Sex, Marriage & Singleness” I. Intro In the sixth chapter, Paul spoke on the purpose and design for sexual

1 Corinthians 8:1-6 “The Taste of Love” I. Intro Paul now moves to the second of the seven questions the Corinthian Church

1 Corinthians 9:1-14 “What About My Rights?” I. Intro The context of this chapter still deals with those four guidelines for Christian

1 Corinthians 10:1-13 “He who thinks he stands” I. Intro Paul has been addressing the reasons to limit our freedoms: In Chap.

1 Corinthians 11:2-6 “From Hats to Pants” I. Intro Throughout the last three chapters, Paul spoke much about liberties or personal freedoms

1 Corinthians 12:1-7 “All in All” I. Intro In the 12th chapter, Paul takes up a new question that will be addressed

1 Corinthians 13:1-3 “Have Not Love?” I. Intro The 13th chapter of 1 Corinthians has been called the “hymn of love,” and

1 Corinthians 14:1-12 “Look, Who’s Talking?” I. Intro Paul has systematically answered the Corinthian believers’ questions concerning spiritual matters. In the 12th

1 Corinthians 15:1-4 “We Have Seen Him” I. Intro Paul now addresses yet another question of the Corinthian Church, which had to

1 Corinthians 15:5-11 | We Have Seen Him

Intro In our modern jurisprudence we are most familiar with “eyewitness” testimony but there are many other types of evidence called “circumstantial”.

1 Corinthians 15:5-11 | We Have Seen Him

Intro In our modern jurisprudence we are most familiar with “eyewitness” testimony but there are many other types of evidence called “circumstantial”.

1 Corinthians 15:58 – 16:4 Giving What Has Been Given Intro It is interesting to me that Paul chose to answer the

2 Corinthians “Winning Through Weakness” I. Introduction: 1:1-12 A. Greetings: 1:1-2 B. Thanksgiving Through Trouble: 1:3-11 II. Statement of Purpose: 1:12-14 A.

2 Corinthians 1:15-2:11 “Faithful to Forgive” I. Intro. So far we have seen Paul in this personal letter address two very practical

2 Corinthians 3:1-6 “Perfectly Imperfect” I. Intro. Paul faced a dilemma in addressing the Corinthian believers who had verbally attacked him: Say

2 Corinthians 4:1-2 “No Towel to Throw In” I. Intro. Paul’s critics in Corinth believed that his difficulties were an indication that

2 Corinthians 5:1-5 “In Immanuel’s Land” I. Intro. After speaking of afflictions in chapter 4, it’s no wonder that Paul takes up

2 Corinthians 6:3-7 “The Well Pleasing Life” I. Intro. Paul has written to the Corinthians, and through them to us, about “Radicalized

2 Corinthians 7:2-16 “Sorry Seems to Be the Hardest Word” I. Intro. Paul’s appeal is for personal reconciliation with the Corinthians, reminding

2 Corinthians 8:1-15 “As Poor, Yet Making Many Rich” I. Intro. If I’ve heard it once, I’ve heard it a thousand times:

2 Corinthians 8:16 – 9:15 “The Giver and the Gatherer” I. Intro. In the first 15 verses of chapter 8, Paul’s focus

2 Corinthians 10:1-2 “The Cuts of a Paper Tiger” I. Intro. On June 6th, 1944, General Dwight D. Eisenhower made a decision

2 Corinthians 11:1-15 “If I Were the Devil” I. Intro. In human warfare, one of the most effective strategies is infiltration. While

2 Corinthians 12:1-6 “Caught Up into Paradise” I. Intro. The remarkable thing about Paul’s boasts (which he willingly admits is foolishness) is

2 Corinthians 13:5-14 “Now Leaving Corinth; All Aboard” I. Intro. After many weeks going through the 13 chapters of 2nd Corinthians, we

Ephesians Outline “Things prepared for the person in the purpose of God” I. Introduction: 1:1-14 1-2 Greetings in grace 3-14 Praise

Ephesians “Things prepared for the person in the purpose of God” Ephesians 2:1 “The way we were (part a)” Introduction

Ephesians 2:8-10 | From Sow’s Ear to Silk Purse

Intro The first ten verses of the 2nd chapter Ephesians Paul’s focus is on God’s work in our lives, which is always

Ephesians 3:1-7 “The messenger and the mystery” Introduction 1-5 A captive with a cause 6-7 The mystery revealed in power

Ephesians 4:1-6 “Giving a piece of your heart instead of your mind” Introduction 1-3 The seated walk 4-6 Seven things that unite

Ephesians 4:4-16 | What ever happened to the Church?

Intro Tonight the topic of the teaching is the “Benefits of the fellowship of a church”! There is a great mystery looking

Ephesians 5:1-7 “A Walk in Love” · Introduction · Vs. 1-2 What a walk of love is · Vs. 3-4 What

Ephesians 6 Ephesians 6:1-9 “A Walk in Wisdom (part c)” Introduction Vs. 1-4 Wisdom for the family Vs. 5-9 Wisdom for

Colossians 1:15-17 | He’s got the whole world in His hands – Christmas’ Eve Service

Intro. Charles Wesley wrote a wonderful Hymn: “Hark, The Herald Angels Sing”, in it is a line that comes right from this

1 Thessalonians “The Comings And Goings Of Christ In His Church” Vs. 1-4 Introduction: Vs. 1 Greetings Vs.

1 Thessalonians 2: 1-12 “The Secrets of a Successful Servant” Vs. 1-6 A Servants Life Vs. 7-8 A Mothers Heart Vs. 9-12

I Thessalonians 3: 1-13 “Standing In The Faith” Vs. 1-4 Established in the Faith Vs. 5-9 Encouraged in the Faith Vs. 10-13

1 Thessalonians 4: 1-12 “A Walk That Pleases God” Vs. 1-3a Walking In His Will Vs. 3b-8 Walking In Self Discipline Vs.

1 Thessalonians 5: 1-8 “Living In The Light Of His Return” Vs. 1-3 Characteristics of a thief Vs. 4-8 How Should We

2 Thessalonians “How shall we then live?” Vs. 1-4 Introduction: “Three Tools

2 Thessalonians 2:1-7 “Christians: Character or Calendars?” 2:1-17 What are you waiting for? Vs. 1-12 Do you know

II Thessalonians; Not here to entertain goats 3:1-15 How should we work? Vs. 1-2 Pray for the work Vs. 3-5 Remember that

1 Timothy Ch. 1 “Help Wanted, Apply Within” 1:1-2 Introduction: 1. 1:1 The Writer 2. 1:2a The Reader 3. 1:2b The Greeting

1 Timothy Ch. 2 The Church and its members “Much prayer, much power” 2:1-15 The Church and its members 2:1-8 Preeminence of

1 Timothy Ch. 3 The Church and its members “Help wanted” Main Teaching: 3:1-7 Purity of elders 3:8-13 Proven deacons 3:14-16

1 Timothy Ch. 4 The Church and its minister “Lies that affect lives”

1 Timothy Ch. 5 The Church and its ministry to itself “We are family” 5:1-25 The Church and its ministry to itself

1 Timothy Ch. 6 The Church and its ministry to the World “Gonna have to serve somebody” 6:1-18 The Church

2 Timothy Ch. 1 “Living differently in an age of “Deformity” 1:1-5 Introduction: 1:1-2 Greeting 1:3-5 Thanksgiving 1:6-12 Statement of Purpose: “Stay

2 Timothy 2:1-6 “Dedication, discipline and diligence” Vs. 1-2 Three ways to pass the baton Vs. 3-6 Threefold

2 Timothy 3:1-5 “Sunday

2 Timothy 4:1-4 “Do you swear to tell the truth?” 4:1-18 BE READY Be ready in season and out of

2 Timothy 4:5-8 | Passing The Baton

Introduction Charles Spurgeon had a young pastor come to him and complain that he didn’t have as big of a church has

Titus “Cures for the Church in Crises” 1:5 Statement of Purpose: “Maintenance Manual” Vs. 1:6 – 3:11 Main teaching 1:6-16 Worker and

“Journeyman and apprentice” Titus 2:1-10 Ch. 2:1–3:01 Apprenticeship program Vs. 1-3 A recipe for a healthy church Vs. 4-8 Nurture not left

Titus 3:1-8 “Civic Minded” 3:1-11 Daily maintenance Vs. 1-2 Remind them Vs. 3 The way we were Vs. 4-8 What a transformation

Hebrews “Christ the Champion” 13:18-25 Final Farewell Ch. 1:1 – 4:13 A Better Person Ch. 1:1-3 Regal Revealer Ch. 1:4 – 2:18

Hebrews 2:1-4 “Unescapable Reality” Introduction Having made the argument that Jesus’ final revelation is superior to the prophets and angels progressive revelation;

Hebrews 3:7-19 “Eternal Security” XXVI Introduction XXVII 7-11 Scriptural support XXVIII 12 The warning XXIX 13-15 Deceitfulness of sin XXX 16-19

Hebrews 4:14-16 “I’m only human” XXXV Introduction XXXVI 14 Passed through the heavens XXXVII 15 Sympathetic high priest XXXVII 16 Throne of

Hebrews 4:14-16 | Passed Through the Heavens

Introduction In Hebrews 4:11, the writer of this letter shared about the revolutionary change available in our behavior known as “rest” that

Hebrews 5:1-10 “The perfect priest” Introduction 1-4 Four qualification for a priest 5-10 Jesus the perfect priest Introduction In the arena

Hebrews 6:1-3 “Moving to maturity” Introduction 1a Marks of maturity 1b-3 Six features Introduction We are back looking at the third

Hebrews 7:1-3 “J.E.S.U.S.” Introduction 1-3 Five superiorities Melchizedekian Priesthood Introduction In the 7th chapter of Hebrews, the author presents to his

Hebrews 8:1-5 “The intrusion of eternity” Introduction 1 Position 2-5 Preparation Introduction The author of Hebrews simply cannot take his

Hebrews 9:1-10 “A clean conscience” Introduction 1-5 Better than the best 6-10 Three limitations Introduction The ninth chapter of Hebrews

Hebrews 10:1-6 “We preach Christ crucified” Introduction 1-4 They failures of the old sacrifices 5-6 the necessity of Jesus crucified

Hebrews 11:1-3 “A different drummer” Introduction 1 No child atheists 2 The testimony of faith 3 Thank God I’m an atheist

Hebrews 12:1-2 “Running the race of faith” Introduction 1a Right motivation 1b Right Training 2 Right Coach Introduction The 12th

Hebrews 13:1-4 “Sympathy, Empathy and Harmony” Introduction Vs. 1 The Standard is LOVE 2-4 Making love visible Introduction The first

James “A Pathway to Patience” 1:1 Introduction 1:2 – 18 Statement of purpose “A pathway to patience” 1:2-12 Finishing your faith 1:13-18

James 2:1-13 “Faith without favoritism” Introduction 1 Favoritism is the opposite of Jesus 2-3 Favoritism is the barometer of the health

James 3:1-2 “Perils for preachers” Introduction 1 Judged for content 2 Judged for character Introduction As already noted, the letter of

James 4:1-3 “The war in your members” Introduction 1 At war with ourselves 2-3 Twofold consequence Introduction In James in

James 5:1-6 “Funnels or sponges” Introduction 1-3 How they gained their wealth 4-6 How they used their wealth

1 Peter “Living in hope” Ch. 1:1-12 Introduction Ch.1:1-2 Greetings Ch.1:3-12 Thanksgiving Intro: (Our Salvation, “The Living Hope”, in difficult seasons) Poet

I Peter Ch. 2:1-3 “Remain an infant” Ch.2:1-10 Well-made by the Word Ch.2:11-17 Sojourners in society Ch.2:18-25 Servants because of our Savior

1 Peter 3:1-7 “Married to the Master (part 1)” Chp.3:8-12 Blessed so bless Chp.3:13-17 Prepared when persecuted Chp.3:18-4:6 Changed no longer chained

1 Peter 4:1-3 “Having the same mind as Jesus: Against sin” Vs. 1a The same mind as Jesus Vs. 1b-3 Dead to

1 Peter 5:1-4 “Shepherds serving the Shepherd” Vs. 1 Personal experience with Jesus Vs. 2-3 A loving care for God’s sheep Vs.

2 Peter 1:1-2 “Making your calling and election sure Part 1” Vs. 1a The secret of freedom Vs. 1b The basis of

2 Peter 2:1-3 “Dangerous doctrine part 1” Vs. 1 Who is a false teacher Intro Peter wanted his readers to have

2 Peter 3:1-7 “Doubting the Day of the Lord” Vs. 1-2 Unmixed minds Vs. 3-5 Divine revelation verses human reasoning Vs. 6-7

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Life of David – 1 Samuel 16

“David, A Man After God’s Own Heart” Shepherd: 1 Samuel 16:1-13 Intro We start now a study through forty chapters of the

“David: Soldier” 1 Samuel 17:1-39 Vs. 1-21, “Tale of the tape” Vs. 1-3 Condition Intro. We come now to one of the

“David, Serving wisely” 1 Samuel 18:1-16 Vs. 1-4 Knit together in love. Vs. 5-9: Handling the adversity of adoration Vs. 10-16 Pinned

“David, Worshiping while at war” I Samuel 19:1-17 Vs. 1-10 The object of His delight Vs. 11-17 Someone saved our life Intro.

David, “Worshiping a step ahead of doubts” 1 Samuel 20:1-23 Vs. 1-10 Seeking hope in hopelessness Vs. 11-17 Reassurance in God’s field

David, “Worship in Our Wanderings” 1 Samuel 21:1-15 Vs. 1-9 Pretense in His presence Vs. 10-15 Peace amongst the pagans Intro. I’m

David, “You are my portion” 1 Samuel 22:1-5 Vs. 1-4a Songs for cave dwellers Vs. 4b-5 Engraved upon the heart Intro. David

David, “Shaping a heart in a clay pot” 1 Samuel 23:1-13 Vs. 1-5 Faithful men in forsaken places Vs. 6-13 A faithful

“David, “Winning at Losing” 1 Samuel 24:1-22 Vs. 1-15 A troubled heart from a cut hem Vs. 16-22 Tares, not just

“David, tempering our temper” 1 Samuel 25:1-22 Vs. 1-13 I’ve had all I can stand. Vs. 14-22 The work of Joy in

“David, Been There, Done That” 1 Samuel 26:1-25 Vs. 1-11 A bad habit Vs. 12-20 To spear or to

“David, Sleeping with the Enemy” 1 Samuel 27:1-12 Vs. 1-9 Nothing better for me? Vs. 10-8:2 From courage to discourage Intro. The

“David, can you hear me now?” I Samuel 28:3-25 Vs. 3-14 The silence of God, more fearful than His Word Vs. 15-25 God

“David, nowhere man, living in a nowhere land” 1 Samuel 29:1-11 Vs. 1-5 What are these doing here? Vs. 6-11 Return now

“David, My Heart His Throne” 1 Samuel 30:1-15 Vs. 1-6a All alone with God Vs. 6b-15 Stones of remembrance Intro. In Rom.

“David, “You’ll never take me alive, God.” 1 Samuel 31:1-13 Vs. 1-7 I did things my way. Vs. 8-13 What might have

David, “how the mighty have fallen.” 2 Samuel 1:1-27 Vs. 1-16 Broken by the failure of others Vs. 17-27 The song of

David, “Spirit Led versus Flesh Driven” 2 Samuel 2:1-32 Vs. 1-7 Led by God Vs. 8-17 My army is better than yours.

David, “Search for significance.” 2 Samuel 3:1-21 Vs. 1-5 Padding our stats Vs. 6-11 What’s yours is mine. Vs. 12-21 I’m on

David, “How to Keep Your Head On.” 2 Samuel 4:1-12 Vs. 1-7: Losing your heart Vs. 8-12: Losing your head Intro. The

David, “Keep Going and Growing.” 2 Samuel 5:1-12 Vs. 1-3a: Three marks of God’s anointing Vs. 3b-6 Three anointings of

David, “Getting the Cart Before the Servant” 2 Samuel 6:1–12. Vs. 1-5 A new cart Vs. 6-8 A bump in the road

“David, The Covenant” 2 Samuel 7:1-29 Vs. 1-3 A desire to give our best Vs. 4-9 A shepherd, not a contractor Vs.

David, “Walking in Victory” 2 Samuel 8:1-18 Vs. 1-14 The preservation of David Vs. 15-18 Administering judgment and justice Intro In the

David, “To Kill With Kindness” 2 Samuel 9:1-13 Vs. 1-6 Dropped, crippled, and barren Vs. 7-13 What the kindness of God looks

David, “I come in peace.” 2 Samuel 10:1-19 Vs. 1-7 Rejection of kindness Vs. 8-19 I’ve got your back. Intro. The 9th

David, “For His eyes only” 2 Samuel 11:1-14 Vs. 1-5 A stroll into sin Vs. 6-14 Lying cheater Intro. This week we

David, “Bearing the brand of Christ” 2 Samuel 12:1-14 Vs. 1-6 A parable of no pity Vs. 7-14 The stranger

David, “Lust Sick” 2 Samuel 13:1-22 Vs. 1-14 Lust’s insanity Vs. 15-22 Lust’s hatred Intro As we turn to the 13th chapter,

David, “Faulty Forgiveness” 2 Samuel 14:1-33 Vs. 1-24 Mercy apart from justice Vs. 25-33 Forgiveness apart from repentance Intro Back in the

David, “Risen up to ruin” II Samuel 15:1-12 Vs. 1-6 Stealing the hearts of people Vs. 7-12 The conspiracy grew strong Intro

David, “When it Rains, It Pours.” 2 Samuel 16:1–23 Vs. 1-4 Lies will never hurt me? Vs. 5-14 Sticks and stones can

David, “Friendship” 2 Samuel 17:1–29 Vs. 1-14 The words of friends Vs. 15-29 The actions of friends Intro In the

David, “On the Run” 2 Samuel 18:1–33 Vs. 1-18 Hung by pride Vs. 19-33 A message without words Intro We come

David, “The Frailty of Feelings” 2 Samuel 19:1–23 Vs. 1-8 A changed perspective Vs. 9-15 A united purpose Vs. 16-23 An offer

David, “Why can’t we all just get along?” 2 Samuel 20:1–26 Vs. 1-5: The danger of tooting your own horn Vs. 6-13

David, “Reassignment, not Retirement.” 2 Samuel 21:1-22 Vs. 1-14 Going through dry spells Vs. 15-22 Going through faint spells Intro The 21st

David, “Same song, different place.” 2 Samuel 22:1-51 Vs. 1-4 Nine truths about God Vs. 5-46 Delivered from three obstacles Vs. 47-51

David, “Thanks for the Memories” 2 Samuel 23:1–39 Vs. 1-7 The last words Vs. 8-39 All the king’s men Intro The death

David, “No Worries, Just Worship” 2 Samuel 24:1-25 Vs. 1-9 Counting on people instead of God Vs. 10-17 Falling into the hand

David, “A Man After God’s Own Heart” Epilogue: “David, A Willing Offering” 1 Chron. 29:1-20 : The preparation of the people for

A conversation with Bill Holdridge Episode 168- Dale Lewis: A Pastor You Need to Know Some words from poimenministries.com: “In the latest

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Table of Contents Week One: Teaching: Page 1, Growth Opportunity Questions: Page 6 Week Two: Teaching: Page 7, Growth Opportunity Questions: Page

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WEEK TWO THE SECRET 2 Cor. 3:4-6 In the midst of the five marks of an authentic Christian, there was a question

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WEEK THREE HOW PAUL DISCOVERED THE NEW COVENANT Acts 9:19-22 Before we do a chronology of the life of

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WEEK FOUR TWO SPLENDORS 2 Cor. 3:7-11 Living in the New Covenant doesn’t mean that I don’t work or get tired.

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WEEK FIVE BRAND NEW SUV 2 Cor. 3:8-11 Last time, we looked at the two covenants and how they

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WEEK SIX LIFTED VEILS 2 Cor. 3:12-18 As we have discovered, the flesh and the Spirit are at war with each

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WEEK SEVEN MADISON AVENUE CHRISTIANITY 2 Cor. 4:1-6 Living in the Old Covenant and having our sufficiency in ourselves and not in

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WEEK EIGHT CRACKED POT “PERFECTLY FLAWED” 2 Cor. 4:7-12 As we have spent these weeks discovering and defining the New

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WEEK NINE SPIRITUAL WARFARE – PART 3 “The Breastplate” Ephesians 6:14 There are six pieces of spiritual armor which we have been

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WEEK TEN SPIRITUAL WARFARE – PART 4 “Shoes and Shield” Ephesians 6:15-16 Before we look into the next pieces of

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WEEK ELEVEN SPIRITUAL WARFARE – PART 5 “The Helmet and the Sword” Ephesians 6:17 It is very important

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WEEK TWELVE “DO ALL THIS IN PRAYER” He was considered a “pillar of the church”. In his sixties, graying

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WEEK THIRTEEN CASE STUDIES (To be done as a group) We will read the following two “Case Studies”

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Romans 1:8-17 | I Am Not Ashamed

Intro Rome was a city where Caesar Nero would dress thousands of Christians in the skins of lambs and throw them to

Intro In verse 11 Paul wrote to the moralist that with God there is no respecter of persons, but the religious Jew

Romans 3:1-8 | Feeling Alright; Not Feeling Too Good Myself – Part II

Intro In the movie “Fiddler on the Roof” Tevye asks God, “I know, I know. We are Your chosen people. But, once

Intro After Paul’s assessment of the human condition, you can almost hear a sigh of relief. Paul has proved that all humans

Intro You go in for a routine checkup and you think to yourself, “I’m in good shape, upright and mobile, know a

Romans 5:1-11 | Into the Courts of Heaven – Part I

Intro If a reader of this great letter stopped in the 4th chapter he would know of his need to be saved

Romans 6:1-14 | It’s not in saying NO; it’s in who you KNOW

Intro Having established that our salvation is apart from works Paul anticipates that some will argue that “If you emphasize grace, people

Romans 6:15-23 | You’re Going to have to Serve Somebody

Intro On October 3, 2003, during a live show at The Mirage, Roy Horn of Siegfried and Roy fame tripped over his

Romans 7:14-25 | The Pig and the Prodigal

Intro Having explained what the law is supposed to do, Paul now explains what the law cannot do. Vs. 14 The law

Romans 8:12-17 | “Who We Are” Versus “The Way We Were”

Intro In the 8th chapter Paul started out by letting all believers know that “There is therefore now NO condemnation for those

Intro In John 16:13 Jesus told His disciples that “When He, the Spirit of truth, has come, He will guide you into

Intro This section starts off with a word that by its very use creates doubt, “IF”. When the word “IF” is followed

Intro In the 8th chapter Paul spoke of the things that the love of God destroys in the life of the believer,

Intro The 9th chapter of Romans poses several challenges to the Bible student: In the first 13 verses Paul established three truths

Romans 10:1-21 | Essentials to Salvation

Intro This chapter offers the solution to the problem Paul addressed in Romans 9:30-33 “that Israel’s lack of experiencing God’s grace wasn’t

Romans 11:1-36 | Irresistible Goodness – Part I

Intro The 11th chapter deals with Israel and its relationship to the Church. Historically these two haven’t always gotten along throughout the

Romans 11:1-36 | Irresistible Goodness – Part II

Intro The 11th chapter deals with Israel and its relationship to the Church. Historically these two haven’t always gotten along throughout the

Romans 12:1-2 | Persuaded by His Mercies

Intro This chapter starts off with an interesting four words: “I beseech you therefore”! The word “beseech” means to plead or to

Intro In the 2nd verse Paul told his readers to be “transformed by the renewing of their minds” the rest of the

Intro A man was walking by a used bookstore and saw a book that intrigued him by what he thought was its

Intro In the 12th chapter Paul dealt with the obligations of love; those within the body of Christ and those outside the

Intro We come now to the 2nd and 3rd parts of this chapter as Paul has been giving us a civics lesson

Intro Having dealt with Christian Civics Paul now takes up yet another touchy subject, Christian Ethics. The dictionary describes “Ethics” as a

Romans 14:13-23 | Let Your Brother’s Conscience Be Your Guide

Intro Paul continues on dealing with Christian ethics and how we behave towards our fellow believers in those “grey areas”. He doesn’t

Romans 15:1-13 | He Ain’t Heavy, He’s My Brother

Intro The fifteenth chapter continues on the theme of Christian ethics dealing with how to handle the grey areas that we so

Romans 15:14-33 | Nothing I Asked For; But Everything I Hoped For – Part I

Intro In most of the New Testament letters you want to look for the purpose that the author had in writing the

Romans 15:14-33 | Nothing I Asked For; But Everything I Hoped For – Part II

Intro We conclude Roman’s 15 with the 2nd half of these verses where Paul uses himself as the example to follow as

Intro The 16th chapter of Romans is not an insignificant relic of the past; names that are easier to forget then they

The What, Why and How of Barnabas- with Dale Lewis

A conversation with Bill Holdridge 172- The What, Why and How of Barnabas- with Dale Lewis Some words from poimenministries.com: “The Barnabas