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Sermons by Todd Dykstra (Page 10)

The Believer’s Responsibility To Governing Authority – Part 2

Previous sermon in the series: Part 11. Believers must submit to governing authorities – Vs. 1 Today’s sermon:2. All Human Governments Are Established By God – vs. 1-2 Which is why we, as believers, must have an attitude of submission to government. Psalm 115:7, 2 Chronicles 2:6, Proverbs 8:15-16, 21:1; Jeremiah 27:5, Daniel 2, John 9:11, Romans 9:173. Opposition To Government Amounts…

The Believer’s Responsibility To Governing Authority – Part 1

The proper attitude to government is dealt with throughout the Bible, both Old Testament and New. 1 Timothy 2, Titus 3, 1 Peter 2Principles in regard to government:1. Believers must submit to governing authorities – Vs. 1 Jeremiah 29:7, Titus 3:1-5, 1 Peter 2:13-15 The only exception is if the government commands us to do something contrary to the Bible, or not…

Gospel-Shaped Relationships: How Believers Love Others – Part 8

Part 1 Part 2 Part 3 Part 4 Part 5  Part 6 Part 7#20 – An Evil Avoidance – vs. 17-18 NEVER – Absolutely no one ever!! Matthew 5:11, John 15:18-19, 16:33; 2 Timothy 3:12, 1 Peter 4:12 Exodus 21:12, Leviticus 24:17-20 A. The punishment is not to be too severe, it must fit the crime B. The community is to administer…

Gospel-Shaped Relationships: How Believers Love Others – Part 7

Part 1 Part 2 Part 3 Part 4 Part 5  Part 617. An Impartial Attitude – Continued As Christians we should be easy to get along with – Psalm 133:1 Anatomy of division within the church A. Hurt – Sows a seed of discord B. Bitterness – Dwelling on the issue C. Rationalization D. Avoidance E. Collaboration – Mustering support for yourself…

Gospel-Shaped Relationships: How Believers Love Others – Part 6

Part 1 Part 2 Part 3 Part 4 Part 514. A Friendly Response – vs. 14 Expect opposition if you follow Christ Matthew 10:23, John 15:18-21, 2 Timothy 3:12, 1 Peter 4:12-13, Matthew 5:38-45, 1 Peter 2:21-2315. A Joyful Collaboration – vs. 15a 1 Corinthians 12:2616. A Sympathetic Compassion – vs. 15b Can you look outside your own struggles to see that…

Gospel-Shaped Relationships: How Believers Love Others – Part 5

Part 1        Part 2 Part 3 Part 411. A prayerful Devotion – vs. 12 A. Why we neglect prayer * We think we don’t have time * Lazyness * We don’t think it’s important * Discouragement * Self-confidence B. Prayer is as important to our spiritual life as breathing to our physical life Colossians 4:2, 1 Thessalonians 5:17, Acts 1:16, 2:42, 6:4; Luke…

Gospel-Shaped Relationships: How Believers Love Others – Part 4

Part 1        Part 2 Part 38. A Servant’s Heart – vs. 11 Romans 12:1, 1 Thessalonians 9:1, Psalm 100:1-2, Joshua 24:15, Hebrews 12:289. A Joyful Hope – vs. 12 Before Christ – no hope Ephesians 2:12 Biblical hope – Is not tied to the present, but on the future and what God has promised. Romans 5:1-5, 8:18-25, 15:4, 13; 1 Peter 1:3-4,610. A…

Gospel-Shaped Relationships: How Believers Love Others – Part 3

The Gospel is meant to impact your relationships Part 1 – A Sincere LovePart 2 – A Holy Hatred – A Righteous Affirmation Part 3 4. A Brotherly Affection – vs. 101 Timothy 5:1-2, 1 John 2:7, 3:10, 4:7-13, 20-215. A Preferential Treatment – vs. 10Take the lead to be the first one to give up your preferences and outdo one another…

Gospel-Shaped Relationships: How Believers Love Others – Part 2

Part 1 – A Sincere Love Part 22. A Holy Hatred – vs. 91 Thessalonians 5:15-22, Ephesians 5:1, Romans 13:11-14What God hates:A. Idolatry – Deuteronomy 7:25, Jeremiah 44:2-4, Ezekiel 14B. Sexual Immorality – Leviticus 18:22, 23; 22:5, Malachi 2:16, Ephesians 5:5C. Injustice – Proverbs 6:16-17, 17:15D. Deceit – Proverbs 6:16-17, Zechariah 8:17E. Pride – Proverbs 6:16, 8:13, 16:5F. Evil thoughts – Proverbs…

Gospel-Shaped Relationships: How Believers Love Others – Part 1

Romans 12: 9-21 Your love is a test case of how deep the gospel has penetrated your life. If you are in Christ it should manifest in every area of life. 1. God – Upward 2. Fellow Believers – Inward 3. Unbelievers – Outward Colossians 3:12-14, Ephesians 5:1-2, 1 Peter 4:8, 1 John 4:7-8Indicators:A. A sincere love – A love that cares…

Elders’ Q&A

Elders participating: Bob Scott, Chris Brown, Dale Kleinheksel, Jim Kuiphof, Joe Hamlin, Matt George, Michael Mouzakis, Todd Dykstra Questions: 1. Women wearing head covering – 1 Corinthians 11:3-102. How do you deal with Santa?3. What is meant by ‘seeking’ God if no one can seek Him unless He calls4. Why the reference to ‘angels’ in 1 Corinthians 11:10 5. Leading of the…

For Unto Us A Child Is Born – Part 2

Part 1 – I.  The Nature of the Ideal King – Vs. 6II.  The Attributes of the Ideal King – Vs. 6 Part 2 – The Attributes of the Ideal King – Con’t. 3. Eternal Father 4. Prince of Peace III. The Reign of the Ideal King – Vs. 7 Psalm 2, Daniel 2:44, Zachariah 14:9, Revelation 19:15, 20       …

For Unto Us A Child Is Born

Isaiah 9:6-7 The focus of Christmas is the arrival of God in human flesh I.  The Nature of the Ideal King – Vs. 6         1.  Child: Humanity, Born – Isaiah 7:14          2.  Son: Deity, Given        Deity alone cannot rescue humanity, it must take on humanity              John 1:14,…

Spiritual Gifts: God’s Grace To Believers For The Edification Of The Church – Part 7

Romans 12:3-8 You have a gift and the church needs you to use it Colossians 3:12-17, Ephesians 4:16 Your commitment to the Lord Jesus Christ is directly tied to your involvement in the local church Four principles related to  the giving of spiritual gifts Part 1  –  The Attitude of spiritual gifts – Vs. 3                                            Part 4 – Why I am a…

Spiritual Gifts: God’s Grace To Believers For The Edification Of The Church – Part 6

Romans 12:3-8 You have a gift and the church needs you to use it Colossians 3:12-17, Ephesians 4:16 Your commitment to the Lord Jesus Christ is directly tied to your involvement in the local church Four principles related to  the giving of spiritual gifts Part 1  –  The Attitude of spiritual gifts – Vs. 3                                            Part 4 – Why I am a…

Spiritual Gifts: God’s Grace To Believers For The Edification Of The Church – Part 5; Why I Am A Cessationist – Part 2

Romans 12:3-8 You have a gift and the church needs you to use it Colossians 3:12-17, Ephesians 4:16 Your commitment to the Lord Jesus Christ is directly tied to your involvement in the local church Four principles related to  the giving of spiritual gifts Part 1  –  The Attitude of spiritual gifts – Vs. 3 Part 2 –   The Diversity of spiritual…

Spiritual Gifts: God’s Grace To Believers For The Edification Of The Church – Part 4; Why I Am A Cessationist

Romans 12:3-8 You have a gift and the church needs you to use it Colossians 3:12-17, Ephesians 4:16 Your commitment to the Lord Jesus Christ is directly tied to your involvement in the local church Four principles related to  the giving of spiritual gifts Part 1  –  The Attitude of spiritual gifts – Vs. 3 Part 2 –   The Diversity of spiritual…

Spiritual Gifts: God’s Grace To Believers For The Edification Of The Church – Part 3

Romans 12:3-8 You have a gift and the church needs you to use it Colossians 3:12-17, Ephesians 4:16 Your commitment to the Lord Jesus Christ is directly tied to your involvement in the local church Four principles related to  the giving of spiritual gifts Part 1  –  The Attitude of spiritual gifts – Vs. 3 Part 2 –   The Diversity of spiritual…

Spiritual Gifts: God’s Grace To Believers For The Edification Of The Church – Part 2

Romans 12:3-8 You have a gift and the church needs you to use it Colossians 3:12-17, Ephesians 4:16 Your commitment to the Lord Jesus Christ is directly tied to your involvement in the local church Four principles related to  the giving of spiritual gifts The first sermon in this series:   Part 1  – 1.  The Attitude of spiritual gifts This week:  Part…