“Our Living Hope” This is week 1 of the 1st and 2nd Peter Series Introduction We do not know exactly where Peter was when he wrote 1st and 2nd Peter. He could have been in Rome (another name for Babylon) or the actual Babylon. His purpose in writing these letters was to encourage the Christians … 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
What is God’s Love? i. Quick review from my last sermon (5 mins.): 1. God’s great love! (3:1-3:3) A. God is love (4:16) 1. He considers us his children with Lavished love! (3:1) 2. We are HIS inheritance (Ephesians 1:18) C. We are maturing in Christ and are destined to be like him (3:2) 1. … Read more
“Living as God’s Beloved Children” 1 John 3:1-24 i. Quick review from my last sermon (5 mins.): A. Light and Darkness 1. God IS Light, and that light is: 2. The result/benefit is fellowship: a. with God – what does this look like? b. with one another – what does this look like? c. … Read more
“Dangers to Avoid” – Introduction Believers will be tempted by the things of this world and by the deceit of false teachers, but they can abide in the truth of the gospel by the power of God’s Spirit. Some jobs are dangerous, but the value and necessity of the work outweigh the risk involved in … Read more
“Walking in the Light” A. Light and Darkness 1. God IS Light, and that light is: a. His incredible energy, power b. His glory (the Shekinah glory in the temple, Jesus’ transfiguration) c. Light is beautiful, perfect, calming, and can be intense 2. What does light do to darkness? a. Share your thoughts b. … Read more
“Truth and Love” “The Truth Presented” () Introduction This is the beginning of a new eleven week series entitled “Truth and Love” from 1st, 2nd, and 3rd John. First a little background of John and the purposes of these three letters. Five New Testament books are associated with the name John: a Gospel (one of … Read more
“Before and After The Resurrection” , , , and and This message is in two parts. The first part is what takes place with a conversation of Jesus and His disciples prior to His crucifixion and eventual Resurrection. The second part deals with what the disciples did after the Resurrection and what we should be … Read more
Last week we only made it through the first half of the message. So……this week, we will continue in and then next week – Part 2. Here is where we continue the message remembering His appearance to the women, disciples, and many others before His Ascension. II. We See Him Ascending! Verse 9 “After he … Read more
“After The Resurrection – Part 1” Most of us know some if not all of the events that took place after our Lord’s Resurrection. It seems worthwhile to hi-light them in this message. So….let’s read and unpack the verses. 3 “After his suffering, he presented himself to them and gave many convincing proofs that he … Read more