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.

Intercession and Spiritual Warfare Pastor Keith Hassell Introduction Intercessors are a great gift to the body of Christ. As a pastor I am thankful for every person who feels a special calling to intercede for me and for the church I pastor. I recognize that intercessors have played a key role in what…

Cedric Thomas October 19, 2006 The Lord Jesus Christ says that teamwork is many members and yet one body. Webster defines teamwork as a joint action by a group of people, in which individual interests are subordinated to group unity and efficiency; coordinated efforts, as of an athletic team. Teamwork…

40 Days of Community Part 1 Why We Need Each Other Transcript of Message by Rick Warren October 2-3, 2004 Well good morning everybody. Wow, you look great today. If you’ll take out your outlines, today, we’re beginning a revolution. And I don’t say that lightly. It is going to be a revolution that will…

I. Introduction Illustration: Napoleon Bonaparte – man of humble beginnings who went on to be a General, stated the following after making rounds about his different post and finding a soldier asleep at his post, “Soldier what is your name, the soldier replied, “My name is Napolean, Bonaparte replied…

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…

A Fragrant Offering and Sacrifice to God Ephesians 5:1-2 Are you ready for Resurrection Day? Most of us probably have not prepared ourselves mentally for it. It seems that we just celebrated Christmas, and that observation is not just because time speeds up as I get older. In fact, Easter is indeed earlier…

Introduction A. MARK #1:CHRISTIAN CONDUCT—HEAVENLY CITIZENSHIP B. MARK #2: HONERING THE GOSPEL C. MARK #3: STANDING FAST 1. Must stand fast in one spirit & with one mind 2. Must stand fast in striving together for the faith of the gospel D. MARK #4: COURAGE & FEARLESSNESS 1. Persecution is a sign of…

Text: Colossians 3:12-15 Title: New Life in Christ (Part 2) “The Christians Clothing” Theme of the book of Colossians: Jesus Christ: The preeminent and all-sufficient Savior Theme of Text: Eliminating sin is not enough; sin must be replaced with Christ like qualities. Proposition: Clothe yourself in…

Text: Colossians 2:1-7 Title: Paul’s Concern for the Church Theme of the book of Colossians: Jesus Christ: The preeminent and all-sufficient Savior Theme of Text: Don’t be deceived by false teachers, Christ should be the center of your life! Proposition: Make Christ the center of your life! Introduction…

LET THIS MIND BE IN YOU! Scriptural Text: Phil. 2:1-8 I. INTRODUCTION Philippians is the most personal epistle written by Paul. In this letter he uses first person pronouns no less than one hundred times. This letter is not a great defense of the Gospel or Paul’s apostleship. It is rather a thank you…

The fellowship that believers share as a result of their common union with God through Jesus Christ is expressed in life together. It is evident in worship together, in a love for one another which reflects God’s own love and in a practical commitment to one another which is demonstrated in concern for the weak and readiness to share with the poor and needy.

“There are varieties of gifts, but the same Spirit; and there are varieties of service, but the same Lord; and there are varieties of activities, but it is the same God who empowers them all in everyone. To each is given the manifestation of the Spirit for the common good. To one is given through the…

In verse seven of Isaiah chapter 63, the Prophet begins to remind the Jews of the mercies of the Lord. They are undeserved mercies that a faithful God has performed on behalf of His own people. "I will tell of the kindnesses of the LORD, the deeds for which he is to be praised, according to all the LORD…

PREPARING FOR MARRIAGE GOD’S WAYSESSION 1 GOD’S BLUEPRINT FOR MARRIAGE INTRODUCTION: *Some time ago--Ann Landers (the “answer lady”)--wrote a column --entitled “Answer Lady Has No Answers” --acknowledged that after 36 yrs. of marriage, were divorcing --expressed her astonishment that it could happen…

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…

Series: What Matters Most Sermon: The Most Excellent Way: Love Matters Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:1-13:3 Have you heard the story about the actor who was playing the part of Christ in the Passion Play in the Ozarks? As he carried the cross up the hill a tourist began heckling him, and shouting insults…

Good Morning, turn with me in your Bibles this morning, to the gospel of Mark we are going to begin reading in chapter 5:21-43 When Jesus had crossed over again by boat to the other side, a large crowd gathered around Him while He was by the sea. One of the synagogue leaders, named Jairus, came, and…

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…

Master Document for Matthew 5:1-12 March 18, 2007 at FBC, Comanche; Expositional studies: Matthew Matthew 5:1-12 (NASB) 1When Jesus saw the crowds, He went up on the mountain; and after He sat down, His disciples came to Him. 2He opened His mouth and began to teach them, saying, 3“Blessed are the poor…

Doctrinal Statement Theology Proper of Jason Button April 17, 2002 Theology Proper – The Doctrine of God The Existence of God Because I believe that the Holy Scriptures are God’s only and final written Rev. of Himself to man, I have presupposed that God exists. More specifically, this presupposition…

“Shaped for Serving God” 40 Days of Purpose West Side Baptist Church November 9, 2003 Pastor Scott Thielen Text: Ephesians 2:10 Idea: Every believer is shaped by God to serve. We have been created and redeemed by God’s grace and given unique opportunities to express that grace as God’s servants. Introduction…

Introduction I. CHRIST—THE TRAITS OF HIS LIFE IN US, 2:1-4 A. THE TRAIT OF CONSOLATION B. THE TRAIT OF LOVE C. THE TRAIT OF FELLOWSHIP IN THE SPIRIT D. THE TRAIT OF COMPASSION E. THE TRAIT OF CONCERN FOR ONE ANOTHERS JOY F. THE TRAIT OF HUMILITY OF LOWLINESS OF MIND G. THE TRAIT OF CONTROLLING SELF-INTEREST…

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…

Walking worthy of your calling Text: Ephesians 4:1-3 Preached in Quabbin valley on 2/22/09 Introduction: There is a song called “put one foot in front of the other” from the cartoon “Santa Claus is coming to town”. The song says: /Put one foot in front of the other And soon you’ll be walking cross the…