Our vision as a church is to be a spiritual home to people from every tribe and tongue and nation under heaven. United in Christ, we seek to grow God’s kingdom by serving God and one another with love, humility, and joy in believing. (Revelation 5:9-10; Philippians 2:1-11; Colossians 1:10-12)
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A Matter of Life and Death | Galatians 1:1-10
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Introduction: 1. What is the Gospel? - The Gospel is about God’s Son, Jesus Christ. - In Christ, God loves you to death. - We can’t save ourselves—God must come to us. 2. Paul, an Apostle you can Trust (v1-2, v10) - He serves the Risen Jesus. - He is not a man-pleaser. 3. A Prayer of Grace and Peace (v3-5) - Grace: God’s good will toward us, and hi…
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Men Sent by God | Mark 6:6b-13
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Introduction: Jesus Sends Out the Twelve Trust and Obey The Message Conclusion:Kirjoittanut Derek Keating
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Paul’s Final Charge to Timothy | 2 Timothy 4:1-5
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Introduction: This section is near the end of the last words Paul ever wrote. He’s passing the baton to the next generation, something applicable to all generations. 1. The Key Is the Regular Proclamation of God’s Word. 2 Tim. 4:1-2 - In one sense we all preach the word all the time (see Acts 8:4). But this is referring to the regular and authorita…
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Our God, Our Guide | Psalm 48
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We live in a generation which has moved away from definition other than for purposes of making money, staying healthy, travelling safely. Yet in the area of belief we are often asked to depend on feelings. The Bible is a book of facts. Psalm 48 presents a picture of who God is & what he does. The writer does not speak of an idol shaped in the image…
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Stepping out in Faith & Hope | Psalm 125 126
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Introduction: - What encouragement is there today for world-weary saints? 1. The Faith that Endures (Psalm 125) - The Character of Saving Faith (v1-2). - The Blessings of Saving Faith (v3-5). 2. The Hope that Sustains (Psalm 126) - Looking Back: The Joy of Hope Fulfilled (v1-3). - Looking Forward: The Promise of Hope to Come (v4-6). Conclusion: - J…
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Christ, the Risen Lord | Matthew 27:62-28:10
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Introduction: - Do you want to meet the Risen Lord? 1. The Guarded Tomb (27:62-66). 2. The Empty Tomb (28:1-7). 3. Meeting the Risen Lord (28:8-10). Conclusion: - Jesus is alive! It’s true! - Stop doubting start believing. - Jesus is the King who Saves. - Meet him NOW (as Saviour) - Meet him LATER (as Judge)…
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Christ the Crucified Lord | Matthew 27:27-56
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Introduction: 1) Delivered Up. 2) Condemned to Death. 3) Crucified. Conclusion:Kirjoittanut Derek Keating
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Nehemiah’s Final Reforms | Nehemiah 13
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Introduction: - How much harm can one person do? (Whatever happened to the Great Awakening?) 1. That was then, this is now (v1-3). 2. Eliashib goes “soft” on sin (v4-9). 3. What Nehemiah found (v10-29). a. God’s Servants were Neglected (v10-14). b. God’s Sabbaths were Ignored (v15-22). c. God’s Marriage Standards were Broken (v23-29). 4. ‘Remember …
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Remember, Repent, Revive | Nehemiah 8
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Introduction: - Why bother with Bible study? 1. A Hunger for God’s Word (v1-8). 2. A Godly Repentance for Sin (v9-12). 3. A Joyful Recovery of Biblical Faith (v13-18). Conclusion: - Remember what God has done for us in the past, giving us new birth into a living hope through the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead. - Repent of our sins in th…
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Don’t Believe All You Hear | Nehemiah 6:1-7:3
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# Ten years ago...no Bills restricting freedom of thought, faith and religion. # 2004-2014...detention for anyone entering the country illegally. # God’s Word is more essential than ever to live a life “pleasing to the Lord”. Like the faithful in C5th BC Judah we have a mandate to live for God’s glory, Nehemiah was a man of prayer and action showin…
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Leading with Integrity | Nehemiah 5
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Introduction: 1. The Complaints Nehemiah Heard (v1-5). 2. The Justice Nehemiah Administered (v6-13). 3. The Example Nehemiah Set (v14-19). Conclusion: - As God’s people today, we need to be careful how we live! - Be generous, kind and compassionate. - Keep your promises. - Love your neighbour. - Sin and self-interest have a remarkable way of justif…
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Keep Calm and Carry On | Nehemiah 4
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Introduction: - How do you overcome fear? 1. Godly Action Generates Strong Opposition (v1-6). 2. Strong Opposition Calls for Courageous Faith (v7-14). 3. Courageous Faith Inspires Godly Action (v15-23). Conclusion: - Spiritual warfare is inevitable. - Discouragement is understandable. - Fight fear with faith. - Rely on God’s strength. - Everyone’s …
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Prepared to Lead | Nehemiah 2
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Introduction: 1. Know your Goal (v1-10). 2. Know your Ground (v11-16). 3. Know your Game Plan (v17-20). Conclusion: - What makes a great leader of God’s people? - First things first! ... ‘Know your God’. If you don’t know your God, then you’ll build on the sands of self-reliance – which is a fool’s game. - Leaders lead by: - Prayer and personal int…
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The King’s Cupbearer | Nehemiah 1
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Introduction: 1. Introducing Nehemiah. 2. Bad News from Jerusalem (v1-4). 3. First Things First: Take it to the Lord in Prayer (v5-11). - Humble but confident prayer. - Confessing prayer. - Biblical prayer. - Passionate prayer. - Petitioning prayer. Conclusion: - What makes a great leader of God’s people? First things first! Knowing what’s really i…
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John’s Vision of Christ | Revelation 1:9-20
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Introduction: 1. Christ Is The ‘Ancient of Days’. vv 14-16 – Six features are described – his hair, eyes, feet, voice, mouth, and the face. cf. Daniel 7:9-10 and Ez. 43:2-23. Isaac Watts: ‘Join all the glorious names; Of wisdom, love, and power; That ever mortals knew; That angels ever bore: All are too mean to speak His worth; too mean to set my S…
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Songs of Mercy and Grace | Psalm 123 & 124
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Introduction: 1. Looking to God for Mercy (Psalm 123). - What is God’s mercy? (v1-2) - A heartfelt plea (v3-4) 2. The Joy of the Redeemed (Psalm 124). Conclusion: - Be realistic. If you’re a Christian, you will suffer for your faith. Toughen up – there’s worse to come! - Be optimistic. Remember the joy of the redeemed. Christian joy counters the jo…
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A Pilgrim’s Song | Psalm 122
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Introduction: 1. A Pilgrim’s Joy (v1-2). 2. A Pilgrim’s Praise (v3-5). 3. A Pilgrim’s Prayer (v6-9). Conclusion:Kirjoittanut James Jeffrey
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My Help Comes from the LORD | Psalm 120 & 121
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Introduction: 1. The Journey Begins (Psalm 120) a. 'Save me, O LORD, from lying lips …' (v1-2). b. A warning for doubters and deceivers (v3-4). c. Longing for home (v5-7). 2. Lift Up Your Eyes to the LORD (Psalm 121) a. 'My help comes from the LORD …' (v1-2). b. The LORD is our Guardian and our Guide (v3-6). c. Let the journey begin! (v7-9=8) Concl…
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The Way of the Righteous | Psalm 1
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Introduction: 1. Blessedness: A Life Worth Living (v1a). 2. Be the Tree! (v1b-3a) 3. The Fruitful Life (v3b). 4. 'Not so the wicked ...' (v4). 5. Choose Wisely! (v5-6) Conclusion: - Meditate on God’s Word: Read your Bible with open heart and open mind. - Cultivate a Holy Life: Aim to be distinctive, not following the standards of the world. - Be th…
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A Broken and Contrite Heart | Psalm 51
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Introduction: 1. A King-sized Sin (v1-2) 2. David’s Humbling (v3-6) 3. David’s Heart (v7-12) 4. David’s Hope (v13-19)Kirjoittanut David Maher
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There is Hope for a Tree | Isaiah 11
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Introduction: - There is always hope for a tree! 1. The Stump of Jesse (v1-3a). 2. The Branch that Bears Fruit (v3b-16) a. Why is he better than any other king? (v3b-9) b. How will he bring God's peace to mankind? (v10-16) 3. The Vine and the Branches (John 15:5-8) Conclusion: - Rejoice in God's greatness. - Count your blessings. - Look forward to …
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The Annunciation of Christ’s Birth | Luke 1:26-38
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Introduction: - The Annunciation is the moment where Mary learns that she's going to be the mother of the Messiah. 1. When it happened: 'In the sixth month ...' (v26-27). 2. To whom it happened: The virgin Mary (v28-33). 3. How it happened: A miracle of God (v34-37). 4. Why does it matter? (v38) Conclusion: - Believe in the Virgin Birth. - Celebrat…
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When The Time Had Fully Come | Galatians 4:1-7
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Introduction: 1. God’s Promises and Preparation. 2. God’s Perfect Timing. 3. God Sent Forth His Son. Conclusion:Kirjoittanut Derek Keating
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When The Lion Roars | Psalm 76
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Introduction: 1. The Lion’s Den (v1-3). 2. The Lion’s Glory (v4-5). 3. The Lion’s Roar (v6-9). 4. The Lion’s Praise (v10-12). Conclusion: When ‘the Lion’ roars … - God’s people listen to his Word. - God’s people humble themselves and pray. - God’s people rejoice in his victory. - God’s people overcome evil with good. - God’s people joyfully declare…
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