The Certainty of Christ's Care: Our Security in Salvation Romans 8:32-34 I. THE PRICELESS PROVISION OF THE FATHER (V. 32) A. THE ULTIMATE SACRIFICE 1. The Cost of Redemption: “He…
Baptism: A Beautiful Beginning Eph. 4:4-7 I. THE PURPOSE OF BAPTISM (THE WHY OF BAPTISM) A. Obedience to the Command (The Call to Action) 1. Jesus’ Instruction - Matthew 28:19-20…
"The Call to Restoration: God’s Promises for His People" Zechariah 1:7-17 I. THE DIVINE VISION OF HOPE (VERSES 8-10) A. THE NIGHT VISION: UNDERSTANDING THE UNSEEN 1. A Man on…
The Spirit's Support: Strength in Our Struggles Romans 8:26-31 I. THE SPIRIT’S ASSISTANCE (VERSES 26-27) A. HELP IN OUR HURT 1. Holy Spirit as Helper: B. INTERCEDING IN OUR IGNORANCE…
Turning Towards Truth: The Call of Zechariah Zech. 1:1-6 I. The Plea from the Past (Verses 1-2) A. DIVINE DISPATCH: GOD sends a solemn salutation via Zechariah, stirring remembrance of…
"The Journey of God’s Children: From Suffering to Glory" Romans 8:16-23 I. THE ASSURANCE OF OUR IDENTITY (ROMANS 8:16) A. THE SPIRIT’S CONFIRMATION The Spirit’s Ministry: II. THE RICHES OF…
Living in the Spirit: Embracing Our New Identity in Christ Romans 8:10-15 I. THE CONTRASTS OF LIFE AND DEATH (ROMANS 8:10-11) A. THE BODY AND SIN - V.10 The Consequence…
The Gourd and Grace Jonah 4:8-11 I. THE PRESSURE OF DESPAIR A. THE INTENSITY OF AFFLICTION (JONAH 4:8) – "that God prepared a vehement east wind" 1. The Scorching Sun…
Gourds and Worms Jonah 4:6-7 I. THE GIFT OF GRACE: GOD’S PROVISION A. PREPARATION OF THE GOURD 1. Divine Design: “And the Lord God prepared a gourd…” 2. Purposeful Provision:…
Condemnation to Liberation: Living in the Spirit Romans 8:1-3 I. CONDEMNATION CLEARED: THE ASSURANCE OF OUR POSITION A. No Condemnation 1. Present Assurance: "There is therefore now no condemnation" (Romans…
The Shadow of Anger: Jonah's Journey to Understanding Jonah 4:4-5 I. THE QUESTION OF THE LORD: "DOEST THOU WELL TO BE ANGRY?" A. The Probing Inquiry of God B. The…
Servants of a New Master Romans 6:15-23 I. A CALL FOR DECISIONAL DEDICATION (15-16) A. THE ARGUMENT OF ACCOUNTABILITY (15) – B. THE ACHIEVEMENT OF AWARENESS (16) - II. A…
The Depths of Discontent: Delving into Jonah's Dilemma Jonah 4:1-3 I. THE DISPLEASURE OF JONAH - JONAH 4:1 A. THE SEVERITY OF HIS ANGER B. THE SOURCE OF HIS FRUSTRATION…
Our Death to Sin through Christ Romans 6:1-7 I. The Confusion about Death to Sin (1-2) A. The Argument (1) a. Misconstrued Mercy: Some interpret grace as permission for license.…
The Weighty Word of God: Jonah 3:6-8 I. The Proclamation of the Word: Awakening the Heart A. THE ARRIVAL OF THE WORD: The divine message that stirs the soul. B.…
A Second Chance: Rise and Respond to God's Call Jonah 3:1-5 I. The Re-Igniting of the Call A. Re-Kindling the Flame: "And the word of the Lord came unto Jonah…
I. THE PRESENCE OF SIN (ROMANS 5:12-14) A. The Entrance of Sin (Rom. 5:12a): Wherefore, as by one man sin entered into the world 1) The Original Sin: Sin entered…
The Suffering Savior: Atonement for Sin Romans 5:6-10 I. The Suffering of Humanity (Romans 5:6a) “When we were yet without strength” A. THE CONSEQUENCE OF SIN IS DEATH 1. Fatal…
From Fainting to Faith: Remembering God's Presence Jonah 2:7-10 I. The Crisis of Desperation (Jonah 2:7) A. THE DESPERATE CRY - "When my soul fainted within me" B. THE DELIVERANCE…
The Privileged Path of Peace, Joy, and Hope Romans 5:1-5 I. The Path of Peace (Romans 5:1) "Therefore being justified by faith" A. Justification is not just a one-time event,…
From Desperation to Deliverance: A Divine Rescue Jonah 2:4-6 I. A Cry from the Depths of Despair -"Then I said, I am cast out of thy sight; yet I will…
Jonah's Cry from the Belly of the Beast Jonah 2:1-3 I. The Crisis of Confrontation A. THE CONFRONTATION OF CONSEQUENCES: "Out of the belly of hell" (Jonah 2:2) 1. The…
The Significance of Grace through Faith Romans 4: 1-8 I. The Controversy in Works A. Awakening to Reality (1-2) 1. Acknowledging Abraham's Example (1) - What shall we say then…
The Fury of the Storm: A Journey to Faith Jonah 1:13-17 I. Futile Frailty: The Futility of Human Effort (Jonah 1:13-15) A. FRUITLESS FIGHTING: The Futility of Human Strength (Jonah…
The Glorious Gift of Justification Romans 3:21-25 I. THE GLORIOUS GIFT OF JUSTIFICATION: A REVELATION OF REDEMPTION A. THE RADIANT GOSPEL: A REVELATION OF GOD'S GLORY (ROMANS 3:21-22) B. THE…
I. THE MERCIFUL MIND OF GOD (ROMANS 2:4-5) A. God's patience and tolerance 1) GOD';S PATIENCE IS PROLONGED: 2) WE SHOULD RESPOND WITH REPENTANCE: 3) THE MERCIFUL MIND OF GOD…
"The Captive's Cry: A Call to Compassion" Jonah 1:10-12 I. THE CRISIS OF THE CAPTIVE: A CALL TO COMPASSION A. THE CAPTIVE'S CRY (JONAH 1:10-11) A WAKE-UP CALL TO COMPASSION…
Exposing the Folly of Humanity Romans 1:18-23 I. EXPOSING THE EXPANSE OF HUMAN REBELLION A. THE WORLD IS WITHOUT EXCUSE (ROMANS 1:20) 1) The invisible things of God are clearly…
The Amplified Effect of the Gospel Romans 1:16-17 I. The Unashamed Proclamation of the Unfading Gospel A. The Unwavering Conviction of the Unembarrassed Evangelist B. The Unrelenting Clarity of the…
A Calamity of Divine Intervention Jonah 1:4-6 I. AWFUL AFFLICTION A. ABYSMAL APATHY: Jonah's attempt to flee from God's call (Jonah 1:3) 1. AVOIDING ACCOUNTABILITY: 2. ABANDONING ALL HOPE: B.…
Passionate about the Church Romans 1: 8-17 I. A Word of Thankfulness (8-10) – It is evident that Paul is thankful for the church at Rome and the work they…
Journeying through Disobedience Jonah 1:1-3 I. DEFYING THE DIVINE DIRECTIVE A. THE COMMAND FROM THE CREATOR (V. 1) B. FLEEING IN FEAR (V. 2) C. CONSEQUENCES OF CONTRADICTION (V. 3)…
A Call To Prayer And Praise James 5:13-18 I. IN TIMES OF SUFFERING, LET US "PRAY" (13) WHAT KIND OF SUFFERING DOES JAMES REFER TO? - The word used refers…
Greetings of Glory and Grace Romans 1: 1-7 I. The Greeting Expressed (1) – Paul, a servant of Jesus Christ, called to be an apostle, separated unto the gospel of…
After Salvation, What Then? 1 Peter 1:3-5 I. Things To Remember A. YOU ARE A NEW CREATURE... -- God has given you new potential for living! B. YOU ARE A…
The Conclusion of Revelation Revelation 22:6-21 I. A Faithful Word (6-10) – A. The Purity of the Word (6a) – And he said unto me, These sayings are faithful and…
When You're Being Oppressed James 5:7-12 I. DON'T RESIST A. SUCH WAS THE BEHAVIOR OF THOSE BEING OPPRESSED IN JAMES' DAY... B. NOT RESISTING IS CONSISTENT WITH THE TEACHING OF…
The View from the Throne Revelation 22:1-5 I. A Flowing River of Life (1) – And he shewed me a pure river of water of life, clear as crystal, proceeding…
I. A Sovereign “Display” (11) – A. The “Description” of this Throne (11a) – John uses a couple of adjectives to describe the throne that he saw. 1. This is…
I. WAR WITH “EACH OTHER” (1, 11-12) A. EVEN AMONG “CHRISTIANS!” (1) - Surely "brethren" ought to live together in love and harmony - II. WAR WITHIN “OURSELVES” (1-3) A.…
The Millennial Reign Revelation 20:1-10 I. The “Confrontation” with Satan (1-3) – A. He is “Reminded” (1) – B. He is “Restrained” (2) – C. He is “Removed” (3) –…
The Wisdom From Above James 3:13-18 I. The Wisdom of Heaven (James 3:13) A. Definition of Heavenly Wisdom - B. Characteristics of Heavenly Wisdom - II. The Source of Earthly…
Transforming the Tongue James 3:1-12 I. The Power of the Tongue (James 3:1-2) A. The Teaching Responsibility (James 3:1) B. The Testing Reality (James 3:2) II. The Influence of the…
A Wedding in the Sky Revelation 19:1-10 I. The Hallelujah Chorus (1-6) – It is here that we get our first glimpse at the excitement and rejoicing that will surround…
Three Kinds Of Faith James 2:14-26 I. DEAD FAITH (14-17) A. THIS KIND OF FAITH...Substitutes words for deeds 1. Is only an INTELLECTUAL faith II. DEMONIC FAITH (18,19) A. EVEN…
I. THE SIN OF PARTIALITY A. AS MANIFESTED IN JAMES' DAY...showing partiality between the rich and poor - Jm 2:2-4 B. TODAY, WE CAN ALSO BE GUILTY OF PARTIALITY... II.…
The Collapse of Babylon Revelation 18: 9-24 I. The “Reaction” to the Collapse (9-20) A. The Response of “Monarchs” (9-10) – 1. The kings of the earth bewail the fall…
A Century of Gratitude and Vision Psalm 145:4 Pondering the Past with Profound Gratitude A. “Pillars” of Faith - Ps 89:1 1. The “Faithful Founders” who Fearlessly Forged the Foundation.…
Pure And Undefiled Religion James 1:26-27 I. A "PRACTICING" RELIGION A. IT INVOLVES DOING SOMETHING ON OUR PART... B. IF WE ARE NOT "DOERS", WE ARE DECEIVING OURSELVES (Jm 1:22)…
Judgment of Sin City Revelation 18: 1-8 I. The Inhabitants of the City (2) – A. Their Description – The Babylonian system will be inhabited by the demonic forces of…
The Implanted Word James 1:21-25 I. THE POWER OF THE WORD OF GOD A. NOTICE THE WORDS OF JAMES HIMSELF..."which is able to save your souls" (1:21) 1. ITS POWER…
Judgment of the Great Harlot (Part 2) Revelation 17: 7-18 I. The Mystery of the Harlot (8-14) – He was shocked at what he saw. 1. Remember that John had…
The Christian & Temptations James 1:12-18 THE PROMISE (12) THE MAN WHO ENDURES TEMPTATION WILL BE "BLESSED"... FOR AFTER HE HAS BEEN "PROVED" HE WILL RECEIVE "THE CROWN OF LIFE"...…
Judgment of the Great Harlot Revelation 17: 1-6 I. The Manifestation of the Harlot (1-6) – One of the seven angels has called upon John to witness the judgment of…
The True Value of Wealth James 1:9-11 I. The Temporary Nature of Earthly Wealth A. The Rich Should Boast in Humility (James 1:9) The rich are reminded that their wealth…
The Conclusion of Final Judgment Revelation 16: 10-21 I. The Vial of Retribution (10-11) – 1. This is all about to come to an end as the Lord begins this…
Turning Trials Into Triumph James 1:2-8 I. "COUNT IT ALL JOY WHEN YOU FALL INTO VARIOUS TRIALS" (1:2) A. NOTICE THAT JAMES ASSUMES THAT WE WILL EXPERIENCE TRIALS... 1. Some trials…
The Beginning of Final Judgment Revelation 16: 1-9 I. The Affliction of the Sores (1-2) – A. The Reality of the Sores (2a) – These sores are literally ulcers –…
Preparations for the End Revelation 15: 1-8 I. A Scene of Revelation (1, 7) – Here we find that John saw another sign. A. The Fulfillment of Judgment (1) –The…
Happy New Year Isaiah 43:19 I. Reflecting on God's Faithfulness II. Setting Spiritual Goals 1. Seek a deeper relationship with God 2. Self-reflection: 3. Identify focus areas: 4. Break it…
His Wonderful Name Is. 9:6 I. Wonderful: Cares for the Dullness of Life 1. Purity - He never sinned 2. Perception - He knew what was in man 3. Proclamation…
Christmas Joy Luke 2:10-11 I. The Birth of Jesus A. The story of Jesus' birth is a tale of God's “love and grace” for humanity. 1. Humble circumstances of Jesus'…
The Joy of Christmas Luke 2:10-11 I. The Source of Christmas Joy A. The source of Christmas joy is God 1. Divine love and grace: 2. Promises of hope and…
Christmas Peace Isaiah 9:6-7 I. The Promise of Christmas Peace A. The prophecy of Isaiah foretold that the Messiah would be the Prince of Peace. B. Jesus came to bring…
Finding True Peace in the Christmas Story Isa. 9:6-7 I. The Need for Peace: A. The unrest and chaos present in our lives and world. B. Longing for the peace…
Christmas Hope Scripture: Jeremiah 29:11 I. The Promise of Christmas Hope A. Christmas hope is grounded in God's faithfulness and love. 1. Fulfilled promises: 2. Incarnation of God's love: 3.…
Transforming Hearts and Lives Psalm 100:4-5 I. The Call to Thanksgiving A. Recognizing God's goodness and faithfulness B. Understanding the transformative power of gratitude 1. There is a Shift in…
The Purpose of Thankfulness 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 I. Thankfulness Enhances Our Relationship With God A. When we express thankfulness, we are acknowledging God's role in our lives. B. Expressing gratitude…
I. The Purpose of Thanksgiving: A. To give thanks to God for His goodness and faithfulness. B. To celebrate our freedoms and the blessings of this nation. C. To connect…
The Power of the Holy Spirit Acts 19:1-10 I. The Holy Spirit’s Power Received - Acts 19:1-7 – A. Disciples Met - Paul met disciples (of John) in Ephesus who…
It Will Be Worth it All in Glory Revelation 14: 12-13 I. The Reality of Their Faith (12a) –There is no doubt that these who have trusted the Lord were…
Faithful Teachings Acts 18:24-28 I. The Character of Apollos: A. Apollos was Eloquent in his teaching v.24 B. Apollos was Experienced in his teaching. V.24-25 C. Apollos was Eager to…
Paul's Ministry At Corinth Acts 18:1-18 PAUL'S ARRIVAL AT CORINTH HE LIVED WITH AQUILA AND PRISCILLA... (Ac 18:1-3) “A Shared Journey” “A Shared Faith” “A Shared Interest” HE TAUGHT IN…
A Glorious Victory Celebration Revelation 14: 1-5 I. The Identification of the 144,000 (1) – A. Their Association (1a) – These have given themselves to the Lord and His work.…
Paul's Sermon In Athens Acts 17:16-34 THE SETTING PAUL HAD JUST ARRIVED IN ATHENS...Provoked by the idolatry, Paul began preaching at every opportunity - Ac 17:16-17 HE ATTRACTED ATTENTION OF…
The Mark of the Beast Revelation 13: 16-18 I. The Prominence of the Mark (16a) – There will come a day when all this speculation will end and the mark…
The False Prophet Revelation 13: 11-15 I. The Manifestation of the False Prophet (11-12a) – A. His Association (11a) –He is of the same nature and demonic influence as Antichrist.…
The Mindsets In Berea Acts 17:10-15 THE NOBLE BEREANS – (There is Strength In Focus) THEIR EAGERNESS FOR THE WORD...V.11 THEIR EXAMINATION OF THE WORD... V. 11 (Scripture Filters Truth)…
Trouble In Thessalonica Acts 17:1-10 I. THE NATURE OF THE TUMULT INVOLVED EVIL MEN...Stirred up by unbelieving Jews LEADING TO JASON'S ARREST...The mob did not find Paul and Silas at…
The Philippian Jailer: What Must I Do to be Saved? Acts 16: 23-34 I. The Conviction of the Jailor (25-30) – A. An Emotion of Fear (27, 29) –He literally…
The Antichrist Revealed Revelation 13: 1-10 I. The Startling Appearance of the Beast (1-2) – A. His Origin (1a) – This is clearly symbolic as the sea represents humanity, (Rev.17:15)…
Persecuted For Righteousness' Sake Acts 16:16-25 I. PAUL EXPELS A SPIRIT A. THAT POSSESSED A SLAVE GIRL... Ac 16:16 B. THAT GREATLY ANNOYED PAUL... Ac 16:17 II. PAUL AND SILAS…
The Woman with Child Revelation 12: 1-6 I. The Appearance of the Woman (1-2) A. Her Clothing (1) – B. Her Condition (2) – II. The Adversary of the Woman…
The Conversion Of Lydia Acts 16:11-15 OCCASIONED BY THE MACEDONIAN CALL PAUL'S VISION AT TROAS... PAUL'S ARRIVAL AT PHILIPPI...Paul and his companions were staying in the city for several days…
Worship in Anticipation of the King Revelation 11: 15-19 I. A Scene of Rejoicing (15-17) – A. A Prominent Kingdom (15) - B. A Providential Kingdom (15) – C. A…
The Macedonian Call Acts 16:6-10 GOD'S GUIDANCE OF PAUL AND HIS COMPANIONS FORBIDDEN TO PREACH IN ASIA... NOT PERMITTED TO GO INTO BITHYNIA... ARRIVAL AT TROAS... UNDERSTANDING GOD'S GUIDANCE TODAY…
Two Witnesses in Tribulation Revelation 11: 3-14 I. The Ministry of the Two Witnesses (3-6) – A. Their Presentation (3) – B. Their Purpose (4) – C. Their Power (5-6)…
Division Over John Mark Acts 15:36-41 I. QUESTIONS TO CONSIDER A. WHO WAS JOHN MARK? Cousin of Barnabas - Col 4:10 B. WHAT DID HE DO? Left Paul and Barnabas…
Glory Between the Trumpets Revelation 10: 1-11 I. The Majesty of the Angel (1-3a) – A. His Symbol of Divine Presence – B. His Symbol of Mercy – C. His…
Tribulations For The Kingdom Of God Acts 14:1-22 I. THE MINISTRY AT ICONIUM, LYSTRA, AND DERBE A. ICONIUM... B. LYSTRA... C. DERBE... II. MUST ALL CHRISTIANS SUFFER TRIBULATION FOR THE…
The Sixth Trumpet of Woe Revelation 9: 13-21 I. The Release of Fallen Angels (14-15) – A. Their Location (14) – B. Their Preparation (15a) – C. Their Intention (15b)…
Paul And Barnabas At Antioch Of Pisidia Acts 13:13-52 I. PAUL'S SERMON IN THE SYNAGOGUE A. THE SERMON... 1. He proclaims that Jesus is the promised Savior - 2. He…