Scripture Reading: Galatians 1:15-24 Introduction Are you a first or second generation Christian? Second generation Because your parents are Christians You married a Christian You hang around other Christians (“guilt by association”) You have read the Bible and know the language First generation You…

By Pastor Glenn Pease We want to look at an Apostle of whom we would know nothing if the New Testament did not tell us of his political affiliation before he became a believer. If a man was called Simon the Democrat or Simon the Republican, you would not be able to draw many conclusions about him because…

By Pastor Glenn Pease A farmer in Georgia was sitting on the porch of his tumble-down shack. He was ragged and barefoot when a stranger stopped for a drink of water. Wishing to be agreeable, the stranger said, "How was your cotton coming on?" "Ain't got none," replied the farmer. "Didn't you plant any?"…

God takes care of those who are called to follow Him Jesus Calls the Disciples - Matthew 9:35-10:15 Jesus Prepares the Disciples - Matthew 10:16-10:33 Jesus Warns the Disciples - Matthew 10:34-10:42 Jesus Calls the Disciples - Matthew 9:35-10:15 v.35 3 activities - teaching, preaching and healing v.36…

James was the apostle of passion. Passion is only good when focused on the pioneer and perfector of our faith Jesus.

INTRODUCTION 1. So far we have looked Peter, James and Andrew a. The impetuous Peter b. The short fused James c. The second fiddle player Andrew 2. As we look at these disciples we find that they were all ORDINARY folk a. Folk just like you and me b. Folk with good traits c. Folk with traits that needed…

The Salutation Ephesians 1:1-2 Paul, an apostle of Christ Jesus by the will of God, to the saints who are at Ephesus, and who are faithful in Christ Jesus: Grace to you and peace from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ. (1:1–2) Intro. The letter is addressed to the church in the city of Ephesus,…

First we will talk about what is an apostle, then what is the prophet and then we need to talk about how these two can work together to make a strong foundation.

1 Corinthians 1:1-3 October 7, 2001 Intro: The key to examining any document is to know the cultural times and the context in which it was written. (To know the mindset of the author and of the recipient. A- The more I know what was going on in the lives of both parties the better opportunity I will…

PRAY INTRO: (I taught high school English for a little while before I became a pastor. ***) What might be some helpful things to know and consider in order to get the most out of reading and studying this book? So this is an introduction to Acts. In the first book, O Theophilus, I have dealt with all…

God’s Holy Calling In the eleventh century, King Henry III of Bavaria grew tired of court life and the pressures of being a monarch. He made application to Prior Richard at a local monastery, asking to be accepted as a contemplative and spend the rest of his life in the monastery. "Your Majesty," said…

Message: Unwilling Slave Romans 7:14 (KJV) 14 For we know that the law is spiritual: but I am carnal, sold under sin. [i] Romans 7:21-23 (KJV) 21 I find then a law, that, when I would do good, evil is present with me. 22 For I delight in the law of God after the inward man: 23 But I see another law in…

Reaching out Ahead of Your Journey Have you ever reached out ahead of your journey to prepare your visit? This is something which those that have a message, agenda, or reason to build ahead of time the validity of their message desire to do. One of the jobs I have enjoyed was being a Project Specialist…

PRAY INTRO: SINCERITY — freedom from hypocrisy; purity of motive. How does our sincerity in service to the Lord impact our relationship to God, and how does it impact the people around us? The way you handle yourself in public, and the way you think in private, are a leaven that pervades every part of…

INTRODUCTION Who is this Nathanael? His FULL name may have been Nathanael Bartholomew We know little about Nathanael Very little written about him From the few verses we get a good insight though into his CHARACTER WE DO KNOW THAT NATHANAEL WAS A SEEKER OF THE TRUTH A. This is seen in the way Philip…

PETER: A TESTIMONY OF GOD’S GRACE Peter, one of the most important apostles in the New Testament, is very easy to relate to for most people. He provides examples both of a man of faith working mighty miracles of God and a man who sins denying his Savior. Peter provides one with a view into the life of…

Introduction: · There is no greeting in this epistle, John gets right to the point. · God is not living far off in outer space someplace, but is near and wants fellowship with us. · God has proven his love for us – Romans 5:8 · God’s son has come to the earth! The Eternal Existence of Jesus Christ—v.1…

The Gospel The good news that God has already acted on our behalf. Read 1 Paul, a servant of God and an apostle of Jesus Christ, for the sake of the faith of God’s elect and their knowledge of the truth, which accords with godliness, 2 in hope of eternal life, which God, who never lies, promised before…

PRAY INTRO: How many of you just love waiting? Waiting in a long line, waiting in traffic, waiting for someone to get out of the bathroom, waiting… Waiting can be miserable, or waiting can be refining and preparatory. That’s where we find the Apostles in our study of Acts. Waiting. Do you recall why…

As we begin our journey through Romans, a book of great theological breadth and significance, there is already much to learn as Paul formally introduces himself to the believers in Rome along with the theme of his letter.

Paul reminds us that we are to be lights in the world, ambassadors of Christ. As ambassadors we represent our King and His Kingdom in this world. We are also called to encourage the citizens of the Kingdom. So, how can we be good ambassadors of the King? Encourage the people of the King, reach the people of the King and experience the power of the Kingdom.

PRAY INTRO: Have you ever had a problem sneak up on you? (Oh man, things are going so great. I did not see that coming.) Or ever inherited a problem as a leader that you weren’t even around to help cause? (I sometimes observe coaches or managers of sports teams and feel sorry for them in the dysfunction…

For the past several months this year, God has been dealing with me on the discipleship that is in place for this church. Sure we have different opportunities for you to grow in your relationship with the Lord but I still believe that there are things missing that we need to put in place. About three…

The Introduction of Romans Pastor Tyson Bloor Romans Greeting; Authority; Apostle; Scripture Romans 1:1–7 Romans 1:1–7 NASB95 Paul, a bond-servant of Christ Jesus, called as an apostle, set apart for the gospel of God, which He promised beforehand through His prophets in the holy Scriptures, concerning…