Taking Jesus Seriously
The Golden Rule is easy to understand but hard to apply every day. This sermon asks the question, "What will happen if we take Jesus seriously?"
Sermon Text: James 1:22-25
Mistaken Identity?
Sermon Text: Philippians 3:7-12
Rejoice With Me
Christmas is an appropriate time to celebrate. Why were we made for celebration? What makes God celebrate?
Sermon Test: Luke 2:1-15, Luke 15, Psalms 150
Grace is a Gift
We all give gifts at Christmastime, but we have to set limits. You can't give to everyone. The gift of Jesus, on the other hand, is for everyone.
Sermon text: Luke 15:11-24, Romans 3:21-24, 5:15
Philoxenia
Sermon Text: Genesis 18:1-9, Matthew 25:37-40
Rest
Our culture does not rest well. They call it "Christmas break" for a reason: we're supposed to stop and rest. This message is about how knowing your identity as a child of God enables you to stop striving and enjoy God-ordained seasons of rest.
Sermon Text: Psalm 46
Yes, But No, But Yes
Paul's masterful ability to adapt his message to reach a parcitular audience is seen in Acts 17. This lesson is an intro to our December "Spirit of Christ" series and will demonstrate the value of simultaneously confirming and confronting culture as a way of communicating the Gospel
Sermon Text: Acts 17:16-34
Gathered to Scatter
Is our church more like a trampoline or a swimming pool? What we do on Sunday should propel us to lives of faithfulness and Christlikeness.
Sermon Text: Romans 12:1-2
Worthy of the Gospel
Are our Sunday gatherings worthy of the Gospel?
Sermon Text: Phillippians 1:27