A vibrant church growing, and influencing others towards Christlikeness.
Main Point: We can stand strong in God’s power against the devil’s schemes by putting on the armour of God. Introduction Knowing the enemy The enemy is unseen and formidable The enemy’s schemes God has enabled us to stand strong God has given us power over the enemy Put on the full armour of God Pray… Continue Reading
Main Point: we build the unity and maturity of the church when we put on Christlike attitudes and serve with our gifts. Introduction * The gospel should transform our attitudes, lifestyle and behaviour. The Attitude of the Walk (vvl-6): with all humility and gentleness with patience, bearing in love Serving with our Spiritual Gifts (vv7-13) all… Continue Reading
Main Point: God chose, predestined, and adopted us to be His children to bless us. God Chose Us before Creation God Predestined Us to Be Adopted as His Children Predestination Adoption The benefits of being adopted by God Our Response to God Praise Him! Reach the Pre-Believer Holiness and love one another Reflection: What aspects of… Continue Reading
Main Point: God gives hope and fills us with joy and peace as we trust Jesus. Believe in God who Gives Hope: Hope of Eternal Life (John 3:16) Hope in Christ Return (1 Thessalonian 4:13-18) Hope in the New Heaven and New Earth (Revelation 21:1-4) Hope is Found in Jesus Christ Implications of Hope Strength… Continue Reading
Main Point: Faith in God is faith articulated into actions. Introduction A Difficult Command An ethical dilemma Faith In Action Faith in God’s power (Hebrews 11:17-19) Faith articulated in actions (James 2:21-23) The Blessings of Faith God will Provide God will take care of our current and future needs Reflection: Which area(s) of your life… Continue Reading
Main Point: having less may help us see more of God’s power in our lives. Introduction. An overwhelming situation (vv 7:1-2; 12) God sometimes reduces our resources so that we depend on Him (vv2-8) If Israel (or we) is to experience God, then what she needs is less, not more. God’s assurance in an overwhelming… Continue Reading
Main Point: We can respond to God’s calling because His presence and promise go with us. Introduction 1. A Dire Situation (vv1-6) 2. The Truth in Love (vv7-10) 3. The Call to Serve as a “Mighty Man of Valour” (v14) 4. “Good” Reasons Not to Serve (v15) 5. God’s Commitment (v16): A. God promised His… Continue Reading
Main Point: We walk the slippery slope of spiritual decline when we compromise with God’s word and the world. Introduction Failure to listen to God’s Word Living with the Enemy The Relentless Love of God Reflection: What areas in your life do you tend to compromise with the world? How can you set boundaries over these… Continue Reading
Main Point: Build your family with a covenant of love and grace. Introduction A Covenant Understanding for Family Relationships The Characteristics of a Covenant Relationship Unmerited Grace Unconditional Love Application: Don’t give up on your family Building an environment of grace & love Reflection: Is there someone in your family whom the Lord is leading… Continue Reading
Main Point: Moral courage is to hold fast to God’s word and stand against the pressure to conform The story of two kings and their 400 ‘yes’ men Lessons from three men: Ahab – no intention to listen to God’s word Jehoshaphat – inquired but didn’t hold to God’s word Micaiah – demonstrated moral courage… Continue Reading
A vibrant church growing, and influencing others towards Christlikeness.