Proverbs 3:1-12 Notice: All odd verses (1, 3, 5, 7, 9) are commands All even verses (2, 4, 6, 8, 10) are blessings1. The Blessing of Trusting God – vs. 5-6. Trusting the Lord. A. Entirely. B. Exclusively – Jeremiah 17:9. …
We exist to display God's glory, declare God's truth, delight in God's Son, and disciple God's people
We exist to display God's glory, declare God's truth, delight in God's Son, and disciple God's people
Sermons by Todd Dykstra (Page 8)
Proverbs 2:1-22 The Diligent Pursuit Of Wisdom Described – vs. 1-4 Proverbs 8:10-11, Psalm 119:72, Jeremiah 41:8 , Matthew 13:44 The Diligent Pursuit Of Wisdom Rewarded – vs. 5-22 A. You will increase in wise understanding – vs. 5-7a B. You will dwell in spiritual safety – vs. 7b-11 C. You will be protected from evil people – vs. 12-15 D. …
Proverbs 1:20-33 1. The Gracious Offer To Receive Wisdom – Vs. 20-23 . A. The Presence of Wisdom . B. The Preaching of Wisdom . C. The Promise of Wisdom 2. The Serious Consequences of Rejecting Wisdom – Vs. 24-33 . A. Disaster Will Come – vs. 26 . …
Proverbs 1:8-19 Pursue wisdom at all costs – in choosing your friends you are effectively choosing your character Proverbs 17:17, 18:24, 27:6; Proverbs 13:20, 24:1-2, 1 Corinthians 15:33 1. There Is A Temptation To Follow Unsound Influences – vs. 10-11 . A. An appeal to the desire for acceptance . B. An appeal to…
Proverbs 1:7 What attitude drives this pursuit of wisdom? Do you know what ‘the fear of the Lord’ is? Does it characterize you? 1. The Fear Of The Lord Defined . A. The Experience Of Terror Or Dread – servile . . Genesis 3:10, Hebrews 10:31 . .B. Involves the…
Proverbs 1:2-7 The purposes for Proverbs 1. To give moral skillfulness . . Exodus 31:1-6, Daniel 5:11 . To Know wisdom and instruction – vs. 2a 2. To grant us mental discernment . . Mental maturity is essential to spiritual maturity . To discern…
Proverbs 1:1 Solomon was the author . Son of David – 1 Kings 2 . Started well with the Lord – 1 Kings 3:3 . Seeds of compromise – 1 Kings 3:1, 3-5 God granted what he asked for – wisdom . 1 Kings 4:29-34, James 1:5 God also granted what he didn’t ask for – riches and…
Luke 24:1-12 The Resurrection of Jesus Christ Is A Battle Cry of Victory Implications of the Resurrection < It Proves Christ Was The Son of God . Romans 1:4 < It Gives Substance To Our Faith . 1 Corinthians 15:20 < It Guarantees Us The Hope of a Resurrection Body . …
1 Thessalonians 5:11 What is biblical encouragement? It speaks biblical truth to one another and points them to the future glories in Jesus Christ. Therefore: because of – Vs. 1-3 – The Day of the Lord. Joel 2:28-32, Zephaniah 1:14-18, 3:15; Zechariah 13:2Vs. 4-6 – Our change of natureVs. 7-8 – Our change of behaviorVs. 9-10 – Our completely…
Isaiah 40:12-26 What will get us through times like this is a right view of God HE IS ABLE!! The character and majesty of God that enables us to anchor our lives in Him1. God Is Infinitely Greater Than Nature – VS. 232. God Is Supremely Wiser Than Knowledge (omniscience – infinite knowledge) – vs. 12-14. Job 38…
Galatians 6:1-5 We Need To Bear One Another’s Burdens vs. 1 – If someone is caught in any trespass the goal is restoration Matthew 18:15, James 5:19-20 The Reason To Bear One Another’s Burdens To fulfill the law of Christ – Matthew 22:37-39, Romans 13:8,10 The Attitude To Bear One Another’s Burdens Stop comparing yourself to others The Balance To Bear One…
James 5:16-18 Acknowledge Your Sin To One-Another Psalm 32:1-5, 15:1-4, 7-10; John 3:19, Proverbs 28:13, Ephesians 5:8-9 Ask On Behalf Of One-Another Ephesians 1:15-16, Colossians 1:9, 1 Thessalonians 5:25, 2 Thessalonians 3:1
Philippians 2:3-4 Humility is the essential attitude that undergirds all the one-anothers. Pride hurts and destroys relationships Isaiah 14:12-15, Daniel 4:29-30, Proverbs 6:16, 16:5, 14, 18:12; James 4:6 How do we foster a heart of humility? 1. Understand The Sinful Threats to Genuine Unity . A. Selfishness – Philippians 1:17, 2 Corinthians 12:20, Galatians 5:19-21, James 3:13-16, 4:1-2 . …
Acts 1:9-15, Acts 4:24, 32; Acts 5:12, Acts 15:25 1. The Local Church Is The Primary Arena For The Practicing of the “One-Anothers”2. Fostering A Culture Of Spiritually Intentional Relationships Is Critical To A . “One-Another” Body Life. A. Discipleship. B. Hospitality3. Modeling The…
Romans 16:21-27 A Personal Greeting From Paul’s Beloved Associates A Final Summary Of God’s Glorious Gospel A. It Provides Spiritual Stability B. It Explains Unrevealed Mysteries C. It Highlights God’s Character
Romans 16:17-20 An Appeal For Vigilance – vs. 17 An Appeal For Separation – vs 17-18 An Appeal For Discernment – vs 19-20
Romans 16:3-16 It Demonstrates The Priority Of Love In The Church It Shows That, Despite Great Diversity, The Gospel Promotes Great Unity In The Church It Confirms That Women Can Contribute Greatly To The Lord’s Work It Compels Us To Greater Gospel Usefulness.
Romans 16:1-2 We Must Commend Women Who Serve The Lord – vs. 1 We Must Care For Women Who Serve The Lord – vs. 2
The Quality Of Our Prayers For Missionaries – vs. 30 The Content Of Our Prayers For Missionaries – vs. 31 A. Prayers For Physical Safety B. Prayers For Spiritual Fruit The Aim Of Our Prayers For Missionaries – vs. 32
Questions asked today: 1. Does salvation require repentance or is simply believing Christ is the Savior enough? 2. A local Catholic church recently refused to serve communion to a active, overt sinner. Should we go to a closed communion to keep the sanctity of communion? 3. Explain the reasoning of doing church discipline in front of non-members and non-believers. 4. Are there…