Charles Lutz West Shore Community Church Message Outline Sunday, November 7, 2021 – Communion Sunday Prepared by Charles B. Lutz Suffering for Being a Christian () i. Review of our last message: I. In the same way as Christ, let us submit to the Father’s will (3:1-14) A. without retaliation, threats, disobedience II. Are you prepared to … Read more
West Shore Community Church Message Outline Sunday, October 24, 2021 Prepared by Charles B. Lutz Following the Example of Christ () I. Christ’s Example (2:21-25) A. In His Steps by Sheldon spawned the WWJD movement of the 1990s (MVCA is on “WWJD Lane”) B. No sin C. No retaliation, no threats D. Entrust ourselves to … Read more
West Shore Community Church Message Outline Sunday, October 3, 2021 – Communion Sunday! Prepared by Charles B. Lutz i. Review of last week’s teaching: () I. What about Peter, isn’t he a rock too? a. Confession of faith in Christ b. cultural/historical context II. A chosen people (vss. 9-10) a. Who is Israel? (promise of … Read more
West Shore Community Church Message Outline Sunday, September 26, 2021 Prepared by Charles B. Lutz Review of last week’s teaching: I. The Living Stone A. Jesus is the Rock – of the sanctuary/temple, of refuge, and of stumbling, the capstone and cornerstone B. We are like living stones 1. Built into a spiritual house, a … Read more
West Shore Community Church Message Outline Sunday, September 19, 2021 Prepared by Charles B. Lutz Review of last week’s teaching: I. If God is all-powerful and all-good, how can evil exist? The answer lies in the definition of “good”. II. Prepare for action – self-controlled, hope on future grace when Christ is revealed III. Always … Read more
“Born Again Into The Spiritual Household Of The Living God’ and “The Living Stone” – and Review of last week’s teaching: I. If God is all-powerful and all-good, how can evil exist? The answer lies in the definition of “good”. a. He is perfecting His love in us b. Remember even Jesus willingly … Read more
Charles did not complete the message entitled “Prepare For Action” on 8-15-21, so please refer to the second half of the message by going to 8-15-21 “Prepare For Action”
“Prepare For Action” () Review of last week’s teaching: I. Rejoicing amid grief, even as Jesus did (vss. 6-7) II. There is purpose in the pain (vss. 8-9) A. Charlie Brown was right when he always exclaimed, “Good grief!” B. It is good for faith C. The heavenly inheritance cannot perish (vs. 4) III. The prophecies … Read more
“Looking” () I. Rejoicing amid grief (vss. 6-7) A. We rejoice over all the things contained in vss. 1-5 B. The grief involves suffering and trials 1. What is suffering? 2. What are trials? a. Isaiah says the messiah is a suffering man of sorrows and grief () II. There is purpose in … Read more
“Imitating the Good” Review of last week’s teaching: I. How John prays for Gaius A. for good health B. that all may go well C. for his soul to get along well – a soul can still get along well during trials II. Walking in the Truth A. Walking refers to lifestyle, actions, good deeds … Read more
Review of last week’s teaching: I. Who is Christ Really? A. Many deceptive and anti-Christ (non-TRUTH) views exist () 1. World Religions 2. Flawed views of Jesus II. Work and Rewards () A. Continuing in the teaching of Christ () III. Not housing or welcoming false teachers () A. Not the same as an … Read more
“Acknowledging Christ For Who He Really Is” () i. Quick review from the last sermon (5 mins.) I. The Truth (Alethia) A. Biblical truth view: God created all things out of His good pleasure, reflecting His glory, and we can enjoy and glorify Him 1. We are LOVED (agape) in the TRUTH (vs. 1) 2. … Read more
“Walking in Truth and Love” () i. Quick review from the last sermon (5 mins.)I. Read A. The elder (presbyteros) – one with many years, possessing wisdom 1. overseer, bishop (episkopon) – one who fulfills this task and shepherds 2. shepherd (poimen) – protector of sheep, the church is the flock B. Chosen/Elect Lady (NIV/KJV) … Read more
“To the Chosen, Loved, and True” () i. Quick review from my last sermon (5 mins.) I. We must rely on the Spirit of God A. Proof that Christ lives in us (, ) B. Witness the TRUTH about Christ (4:2) C. To discern falseness and ‘antichristlikeness’ () D. To live as an overcomer – … Read more
God is “Agape” Love! , and i. Quick review from last sermon (5 mins.) I. What love is – Agape Love (3:16-24) A. Jesus’ example (3:16) B. Meeting others’ needs (3:17); Seen in action; NOT words only (3:18) II. Belonging to the Truth – Part 1 (3:19-24) A. Maintaining an un-condemning heart 1. at rest … Read more