I’d like to begin this morning with a Bible Quiz to see how well you know the major events that […]
Text: Genesis 3-11As we continue in our series called, “Basic Training,” we’re going back to the basics so that we can make […]
Text: Luke 4:14-28Jesus did not come to patch up people but to redeem a batch of new creations.
Text: Luke 5:36-39Indeed, this world is not our home. Let’s see if we can understand more about how we can be ready […]
Text: Philippians 1:19-26The manager of a large office noticed a new employee and asked, “What’s your name?” The worker replied, “John.” The […]
Text: Matthew 1:1-17Our final purpose is evangelism: we must share with those in our world, with those beyond our world, and we must care about the whole world.
Text: John 17:18The second purpose is fellowship. We commit to others by choosing to belong (membership), learning to share (friendship), doing our part (partnership), and loving believers like family (kinship).
Text: Ephesians 1:5Unity among His followers was so important to Jesus that He prayed that you and I would be one. When the church is united, the world will stand up and take notice.
Text: John 17:11, 20-23We’re to respect other believers and strive to live in peace with everyone. We’re also called to communicate what people need to hear, remembering to be patient with everyone.
Text: 1 Thessalonians 5:12-15Persecution is promised to believers; therefore we should not be surprised when we encounter trials of various kinds. In the midst of difficulties, we must continue to increase in love for people as we anticipate the return of Christ.
Text: 1 Thessalonians 3:1-13