Sermons About Lord
Jesus' Credentials
Mark begins his gospel by presenting irrefutable evidence for Jesus' lordship.
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Our Harvest is Plentiful
The "Lord of the harvest" still has a harvest today, and He calls every follower of Jesus Christ to the compassion and prayer of their Master in light of so many "sheep without a shepherd".
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An Invitation to Own the Mission of the Church
We admit it. We have an agenda: we want you to join the church. All believers in Jesus in every time and place are members of the universal church, but committing to a local church is a vital part of the spiritual life for every Christ-follower. In our teaching series, CHURCH 101, we are taking several weeks to describe the foundational commitments of church membership. Our members are those who have accepted the mission of helping others become passionate followers of Jesus through the ministry and community of this church. Over the next few weeks, we will discuss what that means as we explore practically how we can live for Jesus as a part of His church.
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Growing In Grace
GROWING IN GRACE "But grow in the grace and knowledge of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ." 2 Peter 3:18 (NIV) Growth is not how many Growth is how much "You were taught, with regard to your former way of life, to put off your old self, which is being corrupted by its deceitful desires; to be made new in the attitude of your minds; and to put on the new self, created to be like God in true righteousness and holiness." Ephesians 4:22-24 (NIV) I. PUT OFF THE OLD "Neither do men pour new wine into old wineskins. If they do, the skins will burst, the wine will run out and the wineskins will be ruined. No, they pour new wine into new wineskins, and both are preserved." Matthew 9:17 (NIV) "It is good for our hearts to be strengthened by grace..." Hebrews 13:9 (NIV) "Who then will condemn us? Will Christ? No! For He is the one who died for us and came back to life again for us..." Romans 8:34 (TLB) * Trying to grow by doing good * Trying to grow by keeping rules * Trying to grow by feeling bad II. PUT ON THE NEW "Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation; the old has gone, the new has come!" 2 Corinthians 5:17 (NIV) "For you died to this life, and your real life is hidden with Christ in God." Colossians 3:3 (NLT) * We don't have to achieve our new life. * We don't have to keep our new life * We do have to put on our new life. III. BE RENEWED IN YOUR MIND "Do not conform any longer to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God's will is—his good, pleasing and perfect will." Romans 12:2 (NIV) "Are you so foolish? After beginning with the Spirit, are you now trying to attain your goal by human effort?" Gal. 3:3 (NIV) 2 QUESTIONS Why does it take so long? Where do I get started? TRUST "... He who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion until the day of Christ Jesus." Phil. 1:6 (NIV) "for it is God who works in you to will and to act according to his good purpose." Phil. 2:13 (NIV)
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When God Messes Up Your Plans
God’s Gifts at Christmas Part 3: When God Messes Up Your Plans “For I know the plans I have for you," declares the LORD, "plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.†Jeremiah 29:11 Three reasons why God messes up your plans: 1. God wants to get your attention “But my people would not listen to me . . .†Psalm 81:11 (NIV) There is a way that seems right to a man, but in the end it leads to death. Proverbs 16:25 (NIV) 2. God has a different plan for your life “I know what I'm doing. I have it all planned out—plans to take care of you, not abandon you, plans to give you the future you hope for.†Jeremiah 29:11 (Message paraphrase) i. God’s plan is BIGGER than our plan ii. God’s plan is GREATER than our plan iii. God’s plan is more REWARDING than any other plan in life “No eye has seen, no ear has heard, and no mind has imagined what God has prepared for those who love him.†1 Corinthians 2:9 (NLT) 3. God wants you to trust him And without faith it is impossible to please God. Hebrews 11:6a (NIV) And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose. Romans 8:28 (NIV) i. God has a plan and purpose for your life ii. God will be with you no matter what you face iii. Trusting God is the most relaxed, rational, sane way to live You will seek me and find me when you seek me with all your heart. Jeremiah 29:13 (NIV) The LORD will fulfill his purpose for me; your love, O LORD, endures forever . Psalm 138:8 (NIV) Thank you for being a part of The Waters this Christmas. Our Christmas prayer is that you may more fully know the love of God and his purposes for your life. MERRY CHRISTMAS!
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Revolutionary Christmas: Beyond Words
In this teaching, I examine the extremely provocative language Jesus used in this life and teaching - words that absolutely challenged the reigning authorities, and which made pledging allegiance to him a life-or-death affair.
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The Joy of Jesus!
Beyond Control; Political pressure. No place to stay. Frightening surprise. JOY! (Under Jesus' Control)
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