A vibrant church growing, and influencing others towards Christlikeness.
James 3:1-12 Main point: we honour God with our speech when we control our tongue and edify people. A teacher ought to reflect biblical character because their words have widespread influence. The tongue can be a powerful influence for good (vv2-4) Right speech is a sign of Christian maturity (2b) The tongue is what a… Continue Reading
James 2:14-26 Introduction Workless Faith Faith and Works Faith that Works Continue Reading
James 1:19-27 Main idea: Do Not Stop at Hearing God’s Word, Do it! Practise God’s word in controlling our anger. (vv19 – 21) Quick to hear, slow to speak, slow to anger. Receive God’s word with meekness. Practise God’s word by not deceiving ourselves (vv22 – 25) Do not deceive ourselves. Persevere with actions. Practise… Continue Reading
James 1:1-12 Main point: When we endure trials, it produces spiritual maturity and leads to God’s eternal reward. The Trials and Difficulties Believers Face Definition of trial Trials of the early church The trials we face The Attitude to Hold – Joy Enduring Trials Brings Spiritual Maturity The Reward of Enduring Trials Reflection: Looking… Continue Reading
Luke 5:1-11 Main idea: Encountering Jesus will bring about a total change in our life’s mission. 1. Follow Jesus because He is the Master of every situation (vv 1-6) 2. Follow Jesus because He calls sinners (vv 7-9) 3. Follow Jesus because He is the Lord of everything (vv 10 – 11) May all our… Continue Reading
Matthew 6:25-34 Main idea: Worries rob our peace. Trust God who provides for our needs. Do not be anxious about what we need (v25). Trust God that He cares for all we need (v26 -30). Focus on what is important to God first. He will take care of all we need (v31 –… Continue Reading
John 1:1-14 Main point: God dwells among men to save us and make us His children. Jesus is God from Pre-existence Jesus is God Who Dwells with Us as One of Us * On the Incarnation The Purpose of the Incarnation * A light for our darkness Response: The Incarnation tells us that God is… Continue Reading
Isaiah 8:21-9:7 Introduction 1. The Darkness of Christmas 2. The Light of Christmas 3. The Child of Christmas 4. How then should we feel about Christmas? In Light of today’s message, 1. How differently should/do you feel about Christmas today? 2. Would you like to accept the gift that Jesus came to give? Continue Reading
A vibrant church growing, and influencing others towards Christlikeness.