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Sermons on Gospel Centered Living (Page 3)

Finding Our New Identity in Christ – Part 1

2 Corinthians 5:14-21Paul founded the church in Corinthians – Acts 18 – he needed to instruct them about who we are in Christ.         1 Peter 2:9, Galatians 2:20, John 1:12, 15:15, Ephesians 2:10 Five New Realities of our Identity for our Service of Christ.         1.  A New Motivation – Vs. 14-15.        .   …

The Beatitudes: The Meaning Of True Happiness

Matthew 5:3-12 Blessed – A state of being approved of by God1 Timothy 1:11, 6:15 Being ‘blessed’ is a common theme throughout the Bible.         Psalm 1, Numbers 6:24-26, 1 Peter 3:14, 4:14; Revelation 1:3Being blessed is not the same as being ‘happy’ – Ephesians 4:22 (Lusts of deceit) Implications:1.  The Beatitudes Are True of All Believers.  .     …

Are We Really All Farmers?

Galatians 6:7-10 Galatians is: Justification By Faith Alone .        Defended Personally – Chp. 1-2.        Defended Theologically – Chp. 3-4.        Defended Practically – Chp. 5-6 Imperatives1.  Do Not Be Deceived – Vs. 7-8.        A.  Imperative – Do Not Be Deceived .                    Matthew 24:25-26, 2…

The Appeal And Awards Of Wisdom

Proverbs 8:1-21  The Appeal Of Wisdom – Vs. 1-11 A.  Her Invitation – Vs. 1-5 .          Proverbs 14:15 B.  Her Virtues – Vs. 6-9 .         Philippians 4:8, Psalm 19:9-10, Hebrews 4:12, Psalm 119 C.  Her Promise – Vs. 10-11 .         Proverbs 3:14-15, Psalm 19:10-11 The Awards Of Wisdom A.  Godly Discernment –…

How To Fail In The Pursuit Of Purity

Proverbs 7:1-27 Recipe for sexual disaster – 7 ways to fail in the Pursuit of Purity  Ignore God’s Clear Instructions – Vs. 1-5.     Deuteronomy 6:1-2   Expose Yourself To Temptation – Vs. 6-9   Excuse Your Sinful Cravings – Vs. 10-15.      Leviticus 7:14   Live For Temporary Pleasure – Vs. 16-17.       Hebrews 11:25, Romans 6:1-2   Assume…

Warnings Against Sexual Sin and Its Disastrous Consequences

Proverbs 6:20-35  The Admonition To Avoid Sexual Sin – Vs 24-25 .   Compromises internally will eventually result in compromise externally .          Matthew 5:28, James 1:14-45   The Reasons To Avoid Sexual Sin – Vs 26-35 .   A.  Its consequences are severe – Vs 26 .   B.  Its consequences are inevitable – Vs 27-29 .   C.   Its consequences are…

A Spiritual Medical Examination

Proverbs 4:20-27  Check Your Heart – Vs. 23.     People do what they do on  the outside because of what is on the inside.          Proverbs 23:7, 27:19.     Wicked: Genesis 6:5, Jeremiah 17:19, Luke 5:43-45, Matthew 15:17-20, Romans 1:28-32.     Godly:  Ezekiel 36:26, Romans 12:2, 2 Corinthians 10:5, Ephesians 4:24, Philippians 4:8 Check Your Mouth – Vs. 24. …

Bad Company Corrupts Good Morals

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…

Relationships in the Body of Christ: Encourage and Build Up One Another

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…

Bearing With And Forgiving One Another

Colossians 3:12-14  Forgiveness Is Expected – Vs. 12 Ephesians 1:4-5, 1 Peter 1:4  Forgiveness Begins In The Heart – Vs. 12 & 14 Compassion – Mark 8:1-3, Matthew 114:14-16, Jonah 4:10-1-1 Kindness Puts Feet On Compassion – James 2:16 Humility – James 4:6 Gentleness and Patience – Matthew 11:29, Matthew 18:21-22   Forgiveness Must Be Modeled After Christ Jesus – Vs. 13…

Relationships In The Body Of Christ: Bear One Another’s Burdens

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…

Relationships In The Body Of Christ: Regard One Another As More Important

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 . …

Relationships In The Body Of Christ: An Introduction To The “One-Anothers”

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…

Evidences Of A Passionate Heart For Gospel Ministry – Part 3

Romans 15:22-293 Weeks ago: 1. A Commitment To Gospel Proclamation – vs. 15-16 2. A Boasting In Christ’s Accomplishments – vs. 17-19 Last Week3, A Mindset For Un-Reached People – vs. 20-21 This Week4, A Heart For Genuine Fellowship With Other Believers – vs. 22-24 Romans 1:11-135. A Heart Of Sacrificial Service To Needy Saints – vs. 25-276. A Heart For Evangelistic…