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.

Welcome to Streams of Mercy 2 Last WE we looked at What Mercy Is and learned that God shows us mercy when we’re Ashamed - of the things we have done wrong Angry - over things we don’t have Afraid of things that might happen in our future. Today - God Can Use Anybody … because of His Mercy. Greatest Joy…

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: 1. Why Daniel? a) One of the most important books in the bible. (1) It demonstrates that the bible is the inerrant word of god, all written by the holy spirit. consider the references to daniel: Ezekiel writes that “even if these three men, Noah, Daniel, and job, were in it, they would…

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…

Introduction: This is the first persecution of the church. In this portion of Scripture we will see several challenging lessons for Christian service. Many times in our walk with the Lord, when circumstances are not going the way we think they should go, we ask the Lord to “take these bad circumstances…

Theological Poetics: Typology, Symbol, and the Christ The Theory and Method of Biblical Typology A modern introduction to biblical typology should begin inductively with several examples of certain shadows and types from Old Testament passages widely acknowledged to be prefigurative in character, seeking…

When Death Comes Knocking 2 Corinthians 5:1-10 Have you ever wondered what happens to us when we die? I know that can be a gruesome thought but I guarantee we have all wondered about it. What do we have to help us understand? Is our life here on earth as short and difficult as it seems all there is or…

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!

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…

The Dilemma of Belief. Have you ever had those moments when you wondered, “Is this really true?” Maybe life has gotten difficult. Maybe you have come to the Derailment of your hopes and dreams like Joseph, Mary’s husband, when he found out that his betrothed bride was pregnant after all his time and…

Part I Prolegomena Introduction to Theology 8 2006 I. Introduction to Prolegomena A. What is Prolegomena (the singular is Prolegomenon) 1. It is from the Greek pro/ + le/gw, meaning to say beforehand (Random House Dictionary, 2nd Ed., 1547). 2. It refers to "a preliminary discourse prefixed to a literary…

Isaiah 2:1-4 Life in the Millennium “The word that Isaiah the son of Amoz saw concerning Judah and Jerusalem. It shall come to pass in the latter days that the mountain of the house of the Lord shall be established as the highest of the mountains, and shall be lifted up above the hills; and all the nations…

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…

1 Corinthians 11:17-34 I Corinthians 11:17 This (τουτο [touto]). Probably the preceding one about the head-dress of women, and transition to what follows. I praise you not (οὐκ ἐπαινω [ouk epainō]). In contrast to the praise in 11:2. For the better (εἰς το κρεισσον [eis to kreisson]). Neuter articular…

Sermon: Moses the Faithful Servant Exodus 33:18 Then Moses said, "Now show me your glory." (also see Philippians 3:10) I want to know God better: 1. Parents 2. Education 3. Failures 4. Starting over 5. New challenges 6. Exercising your faith (serving God) 7. Answered Prayers 8. Worship 9. Family members…

Sermon: Gedeon the Faithful Servant START POINT: GOD COMMANDS YOU TO ____________.......SO WE ACT IN FAITH 6:14 The Lord turned to him and said, “Go in the strength you have and save Israel out of Midian’s hand. Am I not sending you?” Obstacle of Faith: the Rebellious Israelites (6:1,10) Obstacle of…

Sermon: Abel the Faithful Servant Gen.4:1-10 Adam lay with his wife Eve, and she became pregnant and gave birth to Cain. She said, “With the help of the Lord I have brought forth a man.” 2 Later she gave birth to his brother Abel. Now Abel kept flocks, and Cain worked the soil. 3 In the course…

Palm Sunday Foretold by the Prophets 9 Rejoice greatly, O daughter of Zion! Shout in triumph, O daughter of Jerusalem! Behold, your king is coming to you; He is just and endowed with salvation, Humble, and mounted on a donkey, Even on a colt, the foal of a donkey. 22 The stone which the builders rejected…

COURAGE FOR THE CONFLICT 2 Corinthians 4:1–5:8 The key theme of this section is repeated in 1 Corinthians 4:1 and 16: “We faint not!” Literally, Paul said, “We do not lose heart!” There were certainly plenty of reasons for discouragement in Paul’s situation, yet the great apostle did not quit. What was…

May 4, 2008 Sunday morning First Baptist Church, Comanche Series: Carrying the Light of Christ Text: Acts 2:22-36 Children’s Sermon: “Who’s the boss?” Let’s play a game of Monopoly, and make up the rules as we go…. “Can You Handle the Truth?” Introduction: You know the truth. God declares that Jesus…

Where do we start? 10 The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom, And the knowledge of the Holy One is understanding. 10 The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom; A good understanding have all those who do His commandments; His praise endures forever. What do we tend to fear? The unknown…

Studies in Revelation __________________________________________________ Christ’s Victory Over the Forces of Darkness Contents Preface................................................................................................................................................................................................…

THE SERMON ON THE MOUNT Introduction Matthew’s Gospel breaks the long silence which followed the ministry of Malachi, the last of the Old Testament prophets. The silence extended for four hundred years, and during that time God was withdrawn from Israel. Throughout this period there were no angelic manifestations,…