It has become customary in our culture to view the wife as the “frustrated adult” and the husband as the “childish dummy”. For example, the very popular TV show “Everybody loves Raymond”, usually involved the husband (Raymond) avoiding responsibility and frustrating his wife (Debra). Sadly, this scenario is not only played out on TV butContinueContinue reading “3 Important Characteristics of a Wife’s Submission to Her Husband”
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A Word for Husbands (Ephesians 5:25-26)
Husbands, we need to have a talk. We need to have a talk about what God says about who we are and what we do. Did you know that in Ephesians 5:23 and 1 Corinthians 11:3, we are called “the head of the wife”? What does that mean? First, let me tell you what itContinueContinue reading “A Word for Husbands (Ephesians 5:25-26)”
What is a Disciple? (Matthew 4:18-22)
What is a Disciple? Many Christians know that Jesus commanded His church to “make disciples” (Matt 28:18-20), but what exactly is a disciple? What does he/she look like and how can you spot one in a crowd? One of the best definitions of a disciple comes from a pastor named Jim Putman. In his book,ContinueContinue reading “What is a Disciple? (Matthew 4:18-22)”
Peace With God (Genesis 15:1-6)
On this fourth Sunday of Advent, we light the Angels Candle which symbolizes our peace with God. Concerning this peace, this morning we shall discuss a very important story from the life of Abram (Abraham) in Genesis 15:1-6: After these things the word of the LORD came to Abram in a vision: “Fear not, Abram,ContinueContinue reading “Peace With God (Genesis 15:1-6)”
7 Reasons to Give Thanks (1 Thess 5:18)
God tells us in 1 Thessalonians 5:18 to “give thanks in all circumstances; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you.” We discussed last week that our thankfulness must not be based upon our feelings or our circumstances. Rather, the basis for our thankfulness is the goodness and mercy of God. ContinueContinue reading “7 Reasons to Give Thanks (1 Thess 5:18)”
Offended by Grace (Luke 14:15-24)
Our text this morning is found in the 14th chapter of the Gospel of Luke, in verses 15-24. Jesus is in the home of a Pharisee (Jewish religious leader) eating a meal on the Sabbath. This has been a tense meal thus far because Jesus offended the religious leaders by healing a disabled man (4)ContinueContinue reading “Offended by Grace (Luke 14:15-24)”
Priorities (Philippians 1:21)
This morning we will pause our study of the Gospel of Luke in order to prepare our hearts for next week’s “Show Me” High Attendance Sunday. Do not let the name fool you; the primary emphasis is not just about getting a high attendance. While we want high attendance, our primary emphasis is to buildContinueContinue reading “Priorities (Philippians 1:21)”
Humility or Humiliation? (Luke 14:1-11)
This morning we shall learn about a very important topic from a very important person. We shall sit at the feet of Jesus and learn about humility. Our passage is found in Luke 14:1-11. We will briefly discuss the hypocrisy of the religious leaders in verses 1-6 before spending most of our time in versesContinueContinue reading “Humility or Humiliation? (Luke 14:1-11)”
Confident in Time of Trouble (Luke 13:31-35)
Sermon Guide“Confident in Time of Trouble” Luke 13:31-35Sunday, October 6, 2013 This morning we shall continue our study of the Gospel of Luke as we take a look at chapter 13, verses 31-35. In this passage we will take note of two types of opposition against Jesus and learn why He was not concerned aboutContinueContinue reading “Confident in Time of Trouble (Luke 13:31-35)”
The Grace of God (Titus 2:11-14)
The Apostle Paul placed a man named Titus on the small island of Crete in order to instruct the people there to live lives of faith in Jesus Christ. Soon after this, he wrote to Titus to remind the Cretans about the grace of God. Paul wrote: For the grace of God has appeared, bringingContinueContinue reading “The Grace of God (Titus 2:11-14)”
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