Lee Engbretson We will be looking at last week’s message – “Calm, Cool, and Collected” because we are behind a week since church was canceled two Sundays ago. So, this is a “catch up” Sunday. We will be back on track next Sunday as we look forward to the message, “Walk In Wisdom.” Since this was first … Read more
“Calm, Cool, and Collected” This is week 8 of our study of Colossians “Look Up! Living Below For Who Is Above!” Introduction Last week, we spent our time on Paul’s admonition for us to set our minds on things above, not on things on the earth. This week, we will look at some ways to … Read more
“Put Off, Put On” This is week 7 of our study of Colossians “Look Up! Living Below For Who Is Above!” Introduction Last week, we focused on Paul’s warnings against selfishness, judgmentalism, human wisdom, false teachers, and world based philosophies. Paul reminded us of the obligation believers have for promoting and pursuing the truth. This … Read more
“Look Up, Rather Than Down” This is week 6 of our study of Colossians “Look Up! Living Below For Who Is Above!” Introduction Last week, we looked in more detail what Paul was warning the church about. This week, we will continue with Paul’s warnings against selfishness, judgmentalism, human wisdom, false teachers, and world based … Read more
“Jesus and Nothing Else” This is week 5 of our study of Colossians “Look Up! Living Below For Who Is Above!” Introduction Last week, we delved into the “mystery” of Christ and the purpose of Paul’s letter to the Colossians. This week, we will find out in more detail what Paul was warning the church … Read more
“Mystery Solved” and “] This is week 4 of our study of Colossians “Look Up! Living Below For Who Is Above!” Introduction Last week, we focused on knowing God’s will. This week, we delve into the “mystery” of Christ and the purpose of Paul’s letter to the Colossians. Question – Is the gospel mysterious and … Read more
“Jesus, Front and Center” This is week 3 of our study of Colossians “Look Up! Living Below For Who Is Above!” Introduction Last week, we focused on knowing God’s will. This week, we will focus on the pre-eminence of Christ. But first, a few questions: Why does God allow this or that to happen? Why … Read more
“Knowledge, Wisdom and Understanding” This is week 2 of our study of Colossians “Look Up! Living Below For Who Is Above!” Introduction Last week, we focused on the reputation of the Colossian church. This week, we will spend our time unpacking verses 9-14 and answering the following questions: Oftentimes, we hear the question, “How do … Read more
“Reputation and Reminder” This is week 1 of our study of Colossians “Look Up! Living Below For Who Is Above!” Introduction The Epistle to the Colossians declares Christ’s supremacy over the entire created universe and exhorts Christians to lead godly lives. The letter consists of two parts: first, a doctrinal section, and then a second … Read more
“Rejoice in the Lord and Press On” This is week 5 of our study of Philippians Introduction Last week, we explored how to shine like stars for Jesus. This week we will conclude our study of Philippians by looking at what it means to “rejoice in the Lord” and Paul’s admonition to “press on.” Message … Read more
“Shining Stars” and This is week 4 of our study of Philippians Introduction Last week, we looked at Paul’s description of Christ’s deity and humility. This week we will explore how to shine like stars for Jesus. Message Read Do Everything Without Grumbling 12 “Therefore, my dear friends, as you have always obeyed—not only in … Read more
“And Paul dwelt two whole years in his own hired house, and received all that came in unto him, Preaching the kingdom of God, and teaching those things which concern the Lord Jesus Christ, with all confidence, no man forbidding him” (). Message Title: “Standing Strong” Key Verses: “27 Whatever happens, conduct yourselves in a … Read more
“Making Jesus the Meditation of Our Heart” The last segment of the sermon series “Living under the Lordship of Jesus.” Introduction Last week, we learned about making Jesus the center of our lives by looking at Matthew 22: 37-39 “‘Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with … Read more
“Making Jesus the Center of Our Lives” This is week 2 of our 9-week series “Living under the Lordship of Jesus.” Introduction Last week, we were introduced to the reasons that Jesus has the authority to be called Lord. Remember that God the Father bestowed the office of Lord to Jesus Christ His Son because … Read more
“Worthy is the Lord!” This is the first week of our 9-week series “Living under the Lordship of Jesus.” Introduction The first order of business is to define the word lord. 1. a person who has authority, control, or power over others; master or ruler. 2. a person who exercises authority from property rights; an … Read more