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.

The Many Names of the Christ Child “The Bright Morning Star” Matthew 2:1-12 2 Peter 1:18-21 Revelation 22:12-16 (McMinnville FUMC, 1/4/09) The Bible offers many names to help us understand who Jesus is. We have looked at a few of these names during the Advent-Christmas season. Isaiah 9 taught us that…

Thomas S. Myers 4 Ways To Control Your Anger Exodus 32 & Numbers 20 As you take a close look at the life of Moses you discover he had a problem controlling his anger. In Exodus chapter 2 he killed an Egyptian (Exodus 2:11-12). In Exodus 32:19 Moses sees the golden calf that the children of Israel had…

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…

Matthew 21:12-17 Introduction The triumphal entry on Sunday had begun outside Jerusalem’s East Gate, where a multitude followed Jesus into the city and another large group came out of the city to meet Him and then led the way before Him, spreading clothes and palm branches in the road as they went (vv.…

Jesus warns the church of the danger of compromise.

Protecting Our Salvation Jude March 6, 2005 Scripture Reading: “And do this, understanding the present time. The hour has come for you to wake up from your slumber, because our salvation is nearer now than when we first believed.” (Ro 13:11 NivUS) Introduction: The book of Jude is not popularly studied…

Intro: I was in the grocery store the other day, and as I was making my way down one aisle, I passed another shopper. This woman had a child in her cart, whom I judged to be about five or six years old. This was a very attractive child, and I was especially fascinated by the way its long hair had been…

Old Testament Survey Dr. Berrey Tuesday, February 08, 2005 Intro lecture 1:06 PM Class intro know everything related to things on the study guide the questions will be detailed sometimes things will come from footnotes chapter content points not necessary to know outline points Introduction to the Old…

Sermon: Jephthah the Faithful Servant The Great Need for people of Great Faith (Judges 10:6-18) The Rebellion Man (10:6) The Mercy of God (10:16) The Family History of a Man of Faith (11:1-3) His mother’s role in developing his faith His father’s role in developing his faith His brother’s role in developing…

Sermon: Samuel the Faithful Servant (Heb.11:32) SAMUEL’S FAITH AND HIS MOTHER’S PRAYERS 1 Sam. 1:5,6 1 Sam. 1:20 SAMUEL’S FAITH AND HIS MENTOR’S GUIDANCE 1 Sam. 3:1 1Sam. 2:26 SAMUEL’S FAITH AND GOD’S WORD 1 Sam. 3:21 SAMUEL’S FAITH IN ACTION – A CALL TO NATIONAL REPENTANCE 1 Sam. 7:3 SAMUEL’S FAITH…

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!

CHRISTMAS SUBJECT: The Christmas Star READING: Matthew 2:1-12 TEXT: “We have seen his star… and are come to worship him” (2:2) Introduction The purpose of the star was to authenticate and publicize the incarnation and to draw men to worship the celestial King. Varied speculations about the star’s appearance…

INTRODUCTION: One of the most familiar elements of the Christmas story is the star of Bethlehem. But at the same time, it remains one of the most unknown features of the story—because unlike the wise men, we don’t really look straight at it. THE TEXT: “I shall see him, but not now: I shall behold him,…

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…

Studies in the Gospel of Matthew By Bob Deffinbaugh Note: Lessons will be posted as they are completed. Lesson 1 — The Origins of Jesus Christ Matthew 1:1-25[1] Introduction We are all familiar with these wonderful words from the pen of the Apostle Paul: 16 Every scripture is inspired by God and useful…

It’s not that we don’t work hard and it’s not that we haven’t made a contribution. How do we deal with the things that we have coming? How do we deal with our possessions, our achievements, our position? A sense of entitlement can make us into very disappointed, discouraged people. He was God and there…

Experience the Nativity Story The Hope of the Wise Men Hope for the Journey… 1. We find hope on the right path After Jesus was born in Bethlehem in Judea, during the time of King Herod, Magi from the east came to Jerusalem 2 and asked, "Where is the one who has been born king of the Jews? We saw his…

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…

They have left the straight way and wandered off to follow the way of Balaam son of Beor, who loved the wages of wickedness. But he was rebuked for his wrongdoing by a donkey—a beast without speech—who spoke with a man’s voice and restrained the prophet’s madness. Balaam, the dark prophet from Pethor,…

Overcoming Obstacles Num. 13:1,2; 13:18-32 EBC Sunday School 1/18/09 One of the tools that Satan has much victory with is the tool of obstacles. Merriam Webster Dictionary defines obstacles as to stand in the way of or to stand in front of, to impede progress. How many obstacles have you faced this past…

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…

Elohim—Sovereign Creator and Ruler of the Universe, Jehovah/Yahweh/Yah—The Self Existent One--“I AM WHO I AM” who chose to make covenant with man so as to bring redemption to him. These are the names and revelations of God’s character that we have looked at so far. It is impossible to describe God in…

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…