Sermons About Child
Water Baptism
Baptism by immersion in water is an important doctrine and practice for God's church. Water baptism is significant because it is a commandment of Jesus; it serves as a picture of our salvation; and because it is a sign of the new covenant that God established through Jesus. Baptism is appropriate for all who have come to faith in Christ and are able to confess that faith, whether they are converted adults or children who have conscious faith in Christ. Baptism is a sign of new birth and not of maturity, so it is right for new believers to seek baptism promptly. The timing of baptism will naturally be uncertain for children, but parents are encouraged to faithfully work to ensure their children understand the gospel. Baptism is appropriate as soon as children are able to articulate the gospel and their personal faith in Jesus.
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Appreciate: Having a Grateful Heart
Making Straight A's in Life: The weekly message at the ZOE House for High School.
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Living Upside Right in a Upside Down World
In our world we often associate greatness with such things as fame, fortune and influence. The icons and heros of our culture - those whom we esteem and look up to are often athletes, actors and artists. The kingdom of God is radically different for in Matthew chapter 18, Jesus turns our understanding of greatness on its head. In Jesus' mind we are greatest when we humble ourselves like that of a helpless little child. How countercultural! How subversive! Yet, how true for us today! Key Passage: Matthew 18:1-9
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Child Evangelism
How should we go about evangelizing children? 1. Don't preach a partial gospel. 2. Do preach the whole gospel. 3. Do teach the demands of the gospel. 4. Don't force a child to "make a decision." 5. Don't rush baptism. 6. Don't give premature or unbiblical assurance of faith. 7. Do express encouragement at signs of the Holy Spirit's working. 8. Do pray and trust God who is gracious and sovereign.
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