First Thessalonians: Introduction-The Major Themes of First Thessalonians

It may seem odd to be talking about the Day of the Lord on Father’s day, but as I considered whether to stay on our series about Understanding Prophecy, or switching to a special message for Father’s Day, I thought that the Day of the Lord actually does fit. How? Well, just wait, and I will see if I…

Announcements Hymn Hymn Prayer Introduction - we are going to look at a couple prophecies today in the Old Testament and do a review of the doctrine of the Day of the Lord. Then we will look at how these prophecies are used in the New Testament. Read Joel 2:18-3:3 Prophecy 1 Pouring out of the Spirit…

The very last thing we read in Matthew’s gospel are these familiar words from Jesus: Then Jesus came to them and said, “All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me. Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit,…

I am sure we all know that life is full of crises and crossroads. The decision you make during a crisis or crossroads will determine your future. As someone who made many wrong choices in life, I appreciate those smart kids and adults who have the endurance to stay in the right course when confronted with a crisis or crossroads. In Luke 21:5-19, Jesus revealed a set of spiritual principles to endure crises. Let's take a look ...

Over 70% of church attending teenagers…teenagers who regularly attend church when they are in their parents homes…over 70%…walk away from Christianity within a few years of leaving their parents home…this number has risen over the last few years alone. Which means less than three out of 10 church attending…

Jesus Christ abolished the Law of Moses, to bring us the Law of the Spirit and give us the Law of Liberty.

Begin the sermon by using a selfie stick... We started a new series last week talking about things that rob your joy. Last week was doubt, this week we are talking about selfishness. What do I mean by selfishness? Selfishness defined - A self-centred concern for oneself, without due regard to the needs…

Daniel gives the dream and its interpretation which shows us God is in control, man is in decline, and Christ is coming.

How do we love our neighbors?

Today we’re talking about the rapture. And I know I’ve tipped my hand on this issue quite a bit, but I’m going to do my best to present accurately the arguments of the scholars who believe and support this position. I won’t consider you a bad Christian if you disagree with me. It is okay to disagree…

: 35- 35 “Be dressed ready for service and keep your lamps burning, 36 like servants waiting for their master to return from a wedding banquet, so that when he comes and knocks they can immediately open the door for him. 37 It will be good for those servants whose master finds them watching when he comes.…

John Macarthur and further back the SBC have made Women’s roles in the life of the church a front and center issue. The SBC had knuckle heads making statements like… a women in my pulpit… never . Then a couple of weeks ago, John MacArthur made the satement about Beth Moore… stay home. Unfortunately today…

Wisdom is the ability to have dominion over time. God has an appointed time for our breakthrough. When we spend time in the presence of God, having a personal relationship with God, we will be able to discern the times and seasons we are in. We will be able to redeem the time. Listen, as Pastor Julianna encourages us about the importance of time.

Lord, Do It Again 32 And the multitude of them that believed were of one heart and of one soul: neither said any of them that ought of the things which he possessed was his own; but they had all things common. 33 And with great power gave the apostles witness of the resurrection of the Lord Jesus: and…

Proverbs 6:16-19 states in a very clear and powerful way this message: There are six things which the Lord hates, Yes, seven which are an abomination to Him: Haughty eyes, a lying tongue, And hands that shed innocent blood, A heart that devises wicked plans, Feet that run rapidly to evil, A false witness…

God expects us to make good use of time while waiting for the return of Christ.

What does it take to be a father? You have to be a man (male) You have to have offspring (to reproduce) Define -FATHER- ancestor; progenitor; chief To be the source or originator of something The oldest member of a society or other body A man who introduces or founds something (Father of our country)…

When you find yourself in a situation and need direction and vision from the Lord, what are the steps you take to patition the Lord. Daniel gives us the example of how to properly aproach God and find the vision and direction we need for the next steps in our lives.

The Mystery Revealed... What is a mystery? We actually use the word mystery in many different ways. Who loves a good mystery? I love mystery novels Mystery used in different ways: “a piece of fiction dealing usually with the solution of a mysterious crime” “something not understood or beyond understanding:…

We are God's property purchased and will be collected in what everstate we are found. How do you want to present yourself back to you Father.

How can we be sure that Christ is coming? What does the Bible say and what should we know today