GREYFRIARS PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH The Life and Ministry of Moses 1. Prosperity to Persecution Reading: Exodus 1:6 - 22 Introduction: This all too brief look at Exodus was sparked by my recent study leave trip to Egypt and my journeys - modern, swift and reasonably comfortable - through the Sinai wilderness.…

Intro When our lives are stuck on pause, it is often a great opportunity for the Lord to show us the things that our hearts are stuck on that are not of Him. We saw that with Lot. He wanted the “Garden of the Lord” (Gen. 13:10) without the Lord. His heart was stuck on it. And so he set his heart on it…

Twenty years ago, Eugene Peterson wrote a commentary on the Psalms of Ascents – Psalms 120-134. These are the songs that Jewish pilgrims would sing on their way up to worship in Jerusalem. The book has the intriguing title of "A Long Obedience in the Same Direction." It has become a Christian classic.…

By Pastor Glenn Pease Colonel Wilbur Rogers was ordered to let loose an artillery barrage in a World War I battle. He was right there on the battlefield, and he could see what the commander could not see. If he fired as ordered he would shell 10,000 American infantry just ahead of him. He refused to…

Make Me A Blessing Genesis 12:1-3 Introduction: Abraham’s life was interrupted by divine intervention (Genesis 12:1). However, God’s intention for Abraham was complete obedience (vs. 1) The conditions for that obedience are: 1) Forsaking his homeland (vs. 1 – Get thee out of thy country) 2) Leaving his…

Intro We have been talking about building God’s people, the theme of the second half of the book of Nehemiah. Hopefully as we study these chapters, you will allow the Lord to build in you. May He put some new bricks of hope down. May He remove some old rubble that’s been allowed to stay for too long.…

Obedience is a willingness to submit oneself to the will of God and to put it into effect. Scripture emphasizes the necessity for God’s laws to be followed, gives examples and reasons, and describes the rewards.

The Story (Low Story Recap): Your Story

Sermon on Hebrews 11:7 Outline: Introduction: Series is about faith challenges of many people throughout Scripture We know what it feels like to have a challenge to our faith. 1. Challenge of faith: By Definition it is when something is unseen. 2. Challenge of faith: It comes when we battle between holy…

Introduction But my righteous one will live by faith; and if he draws back, I have no pleasure in him. This morning we will be continue to be reminded of the faith of the O.T. saints and how that faith required immense sacrifice in their lives. That same sacrifice is required of us. Living by faith produces…

10-20-02 O.B.C. 12/6/92 John 15:10 f:\rex\sermons\jn151f.4 "Obedience" The secret of living a fruitful life is abiding. If we are going to abide we must pray. If we are going to pray, we must obey. A number of you have conveyed that the Holy Spirit has challenged you to abide in Christ as a branch abides…

1 Peter 3:18-22 Stephen Caswell © 2000 Fearing His Scars Adoniram Judson, the renowned missionary to Burma, endured untold hardships trying to reach the lost for Christ. For 7 heartbreaking years he suffered hunger and privation. During this time he was thrown into Ava Prison, and for 17 months was subjected…

“Those who do not learn history are doomed to repeat it.” We have all probably heard (or maybe said) this or something like it at some point. And with good reason, there is a great deal of truth in this statement. If we do not learn from the mistakes of those who have gone before us, we are likely to…

I have asked this question before but I must ask it again – “What is your greatest hope in life?” This is a vital question... Genesis 22:1-19 (NIV) Some time later God tested Abraham. He said to him, “Abraham!” “Here I am,” he replied. First – It's important to know that God tests us but does not tempt…

HOOK We’ve been instructed to “stay at home” five weeks ago, we are hunkered in our homes— shelter in place— unable to work 26 Million Americans filed for unemployment — it was more than the number of jobs created in one decade lost in one month! That’s tremendous setback! As of last night— confirmed…

Introduction: Faith is the critical characteristic of Christians. We are only saved by grace through faith. ( , ) Faith will manifest itself in various ways in our lives. ( - Hall of Faith) Hebrews is written to confirm that OT saints were saved by faith and not by works. Obedience is an issue for many…

BY PASTOR GLENN PEASE You might be encouraged to know that it is not only normal, but it is even Godlike, and Christlike, to get discouraged once in awhile. God got so discouraged with the wickedness of man that Gen. 6:6 says, "The Lord was grieved that He had made man on the earth, and His heart was…

Obey even when you don't understand it

Abraham and Sarah lived by faith and through faith they obeyed God stepping out into the unknown and ultimately receiving the wonderful blessings of God as a result.

True worship requires a Sacrifice

The heroes of our faith were commended for their faith and "longing for a better country." How do we train our longings to desire the Heavenly Country?

Find security… by moving on God’s promises, not preserving your present prosperity. It's about obeying his promises not ensuring (protecting, continuing) my present prosperity. Live to follow God's promises, not preserve present prosperity. Depend on His Promises Look to His Promises Act on His promises…

TITLE: Good Morning Abraham Longest Journey TEXT: Genesis 22:1-19 THEME: God provides Hold nothing back Wiersbe: obedient faith that overcomes in the trials of life Whom do I love? What does God provide to those who worship Him by sacrificing their first and best to Him? Sacrifice – our abortion culture…

Las últimas palabras del cap. 10 fueron: M as M i justo vivira por la fe ; y si retrocede , mi alma no se complacera en el . Pero nosotros no somos de los que retroceden para perdición, sino de los que tienen fe para la preservación del alma. El problema del pueblo Hebreo fue que dejaron de enfocarse…