The Hand of the Lord: 1. is mighty. 2. is dangerous and deadly against His enemies. 3. empowers His servants. 4. can be heavy to discipline His people. 5. will help His people. 6. will always be with His people today.

Great Reasons to Praise the Lord Isaiah 12:1-6 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - March 10, 2013 (Revised from sermon preached at McClendon Baptist Church Jan. 22, 2006) BACKGROUND: *This morning please open your Bibles to Isaiah 12, thinking about great reasons to praise the Lord. This…

When Times Are Tough God Will Make You Tougher Still Isaiah 41:10-20KJV 10 Fear thou not; for I am with thee: be not dismayed; for I am thy God: I will strengthen thee; yea, I will help thee; yea, I will uphold thee with the right hand of my righteousness. 11 Behold, all they that were incensed against…

“By the Holy Spirit who dwells within us, guard the good deposit entrusted to you.” [1] Servants of Christ demonstrate a dynamic interplay of divine sovereignty and human responsibility in the exercise of the ministry God has assigned each one. One writer, citing an old maxim of the Faith, reminds us…

Time with Abba - Bible Reading Schedule Jan l Feb l Mar l Apr l May l Jun l Jul l Aug l Sep l Oct l Nov l Dec Date Psalms OT NT Proverbs 1/1 1:1-6 Gen 1:1-2:25 Matt 1:1-2:12 1:1-6 1/2 2:1-6 3:1 - 4:26 2:13-3:6 1:7-9 1/3 2:7-12 5:1 - 7:24 3:7-4:11 1:10-19 1/4 3:1-8 8:1 - 10:32 4:12-25 1:20-23 1/5 4:1-8…

Time with Abba - Bible Reading Schedule Jan l Feb l Mar l Apr l May l Jun l Jul l Aug l Sep l Oct l Nov l Dec Date Psalms OT NT Proverbs 1/1 Ps 1:1-6 Gen 1:1-2:25 Matt 1:1-2:12 Prov 1:1-6 1/2 Ps 2:1-6 Gen 3:1 - 4:26 Matt 2:13-3:6 Prov 1:7-9 1/3 Ps 2:7-12 Gen 5:1 - 7:24 Matt 3:7-4:11 Prov 1:10-19 1/4…

Introduction: As the second day dawned, the earth was still covered with water. It probably had the appearance of mud, with no dry land and no breathable atmosphere. Its entire surface was liquid elements, predominantly water, situated in a spherical shape and hung on nothing in space (Job 26:7). Also…

Sermon: Joseph the Faithful Servant (Genesis 37-50) Genesis 39:9 No one is greater in this house than I am. My master has withheld nothing from me except you, because you are his wife. How then could I do such a wicked thing and sin against God?" 10 And though she spoke to Joseph day after day, he refused…

EVANGELISM “The Witness of Andrew” John 1:35-42 Introduction: The Man Called Andrew 1. Andrew was apparently the first disciple of our Lord. He had been a disciple of John the Baptist looking for the Messiah. 2. Andrew was convinced that Jesus was the Messiah, Jesus granted him a very special friendship.…

Introduction A. Jonathan’s Adventure In Faith. 1. Jonathan’s Has A Proposal (v.1-3). a) It happened one day (v.1a): (1) At the beginning, there was nothing in this day that indicated it would be a remarkable day. But it would! On this day, God would win a great victory through the bold trust of Jonathan.…

God-given assurance produces spiritual maturity and stability, so that believers may withstand the adverse conditions of life.

“Philip & Nathanael Follow Christ” John 1:43-51 Philip’s experience (v.43-44) A. He was sought by Jesus personally (v.43a) 1. Jesus Himself went forth and sought Philip—Philip was not seeking Jesus there is none who seeks God (Romans 3:11). 2. Jesus traveled a long distance to find Philip a. Galilee…

Don’t put out the Spirit’s fire 1 Thess. 5:19 19 Do not put out the Spirit’s fire; 20 do not treat prophecies with contempt. 21 Test everything. Hold on to the good. 22 Avoid every kind of evil. Many of the works of God are unstoppable and immutable. In creation, in resurrection, in judgement.…

I HAVE A FATHER WHO CARES Psalm 91:1-16 There's an old gospel song with this title "I have a Father who Cares" This text that I have read in your hearing tells me that I have a heavenly Father who cares about me. It seems we live in a world of the nineties where "not caring" is too prevalent. There's…

Motivation for Missions

Matthew 11:1-6 Introduction The first ten chapters of Matthew are a series of testimonies that prove who Jesus is. Ø The testimony of history (1:1-17) Ø The testimony of the miraculous birth (1:18-25) Ø The testimony of fulfilled prophecy (2:1-23) Ø The testimony of Christ’s forerunner (3:1-12),\ Ø The…

Introduction A. The Shepherds Heart (v.11-18) God Foretold That He Would Send A Shepherd To Save And To Take Care Of His People “Behold, the Lord God shall come with a strong hand, and His arm shall rule for Him; Behold, His reward is with Him, And His work before Him. He will feed His flock like a shepherd;…

GOD’S PRECIOUS PROMISES Series TEXT: Revelation 3:20 TOPIC: A Promise of Salvation Pastor Bobby Earls, FBC, Center Point, Alabama July 19, 2009 (Message adapted from John Maxwell’s message from his series “Precious Promises from God’s Word.”) Revelation 3:20 (NKJV) Behold, I stand at the door and knock.…

2 Timothy 1: Stir Up – Thoughts on Fanning the Flame ME: Reality TV shows: Several on same theme (Apprentice, Apprent:M Stewart & Hells Kitchen) – one of the best prizes is when you get one on one training from the person you are emulating. Got me thinking… ILLUS: Favorite Teacher – Fishing, Orion, BI…

Jesus Christ’s life was characterised by suffering, though the worst experiences were reserved for his final days. His sufferings are both redemptive and an example to believers.

Trust 1trust \ˈtrəst\ noun [Middle English, probably of Scandinavian origin; akin to Old Norse traust trust; akin to Old English trēowe faithful—more at TRUE] 13th century 1 a: assured reliance on the character, ability, strength, or truth of someone or something b: one in which confidence is placed…

As our complete pattern and example, Jesus was born "among his brethren" and "made in all points like we are", "learned obedience from the things which He suffered", thereby perfecting his character. He then died, was resurrected by God, judged and glorified. This pattern shows what we have to look forward to as well! Today, we focus on the resurrection as it pertains to God's plan, and in particular from Job's point of view. We take his perspective since it helps to underscore the fact that this was God's plan from the beginning - even before Jesus was born. Job prophesied about a redeemer, speaking of Him as though he already was. We are ALL mortal, and will eventually die – nothing we can do except be servants of God, then we’ll have hope in a future resurrection. Join us to learn about Job’s heartfelt, overwhelming joy as he looked forward to a full bodily resurrection, and the evidence that backs this!

2 Timothy 4:6-18 (NKJV) Paul’s Valedictory 6 For lI am already being poured out as a drink offering, and the time of mmy departure is at hand. 7 nI have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith. 8 Finally, there is laid up for me othe crown of righteousness, which the Lord,…

Lesson 1: The Author and Perfecter of the Plan Introduction “What in the world is going on?” You have probably asked this question or a similar one more than once in your life. We ask this question when we perceive that what is happening does not seem to square with our understanding of how things are…

The experience of human suffering has perplexed minds ever since the fall. For Christians, the question of suffering rises to a new level of importance because of our belief in the sovereignty of our loving and merciful God. In Suffering and the Sovereignty of God, John Piper and friends tackle some…