The Preached Word

Scripture Reading: Genesis 21:1-21 Introduction We have all faced many disappointments in our lives.   Jeremiah 29:11, “For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord, plans for welfare and not for evil, to give you a future and a hope.”  What kind of joy and prosperity are these?  1. There is deep and abiding joy in a life of faith, rooted in the knowledge of God’s faithfulness to His cov...

Scripture Reading: Amos 9:1-15 1. Introduction 2. Purification of Worship (v.1) Destruction of the Bethel Temple had been foretold way back in 2 Kings 13.1-3 “I am the Lord; that is my name; my glory I give to no other, nor my praise to carved idols.” Isa 42.8 The necessity of reforming the church arose from the fact that the first thing that goes off the tangent is often in the area of worship Wh...

Scripture Passage: Matthew 6:16-18 Introduction Planning and providing for “rainy days” will secure us and free us from worries. But stressful everyday living leaves even kingdom people insecure and anxious about their future Kingdom life is supposed to be a blessed life (Mat 5:3-11). Secure, stress-free lives begins with where our hearts and our eyes are focused and who is our master. (19-24) Are...

Scripture Passage: Genesis 20 1. Even the faithful are prone to persistent or besetting sins.(vv 1-7) Abraham’s sin is so serious, humanly speaking, as it places God’s redemptive purpose in jeopardy.   2.  The root causes of besetting sins in general. (vv 8-13) Fear and self-love are the roots of persistent sin Unconfessed sins tend to be persistent 3. God’s grace and faithfulness amid human failu...

Scripture Reading: Matthew 6:1-21 I. Introduction II. As kingdom disciples, it is not enough to worship but to worship uncorrupted by religious reputation (1-21) Jesus’ guiding principle in worship (1) We give to the needy without putting on a show (2-4) We fast without seeking for religious respectability (16-18)  We pray without hiding behind masks (5-15) III. The kingdom entering disciple worsh...

Scripture Reading: John 19:17-30 Why Is It So Important? Jesus’ Life Mission Jesus came into this world for only one important mission, to suffer and die for sinners because He loves them. The Purposes And Goals of the Mission 1. The sacrifice Jesus has to make for the sins of the people in order to satisfy God’s demand of justice. It is called the atonement. 2. They who believe may see the end of...

Scripture Reading: Titus 2:11-15 I. Introduction II. What are not the purposes of Discipleship 1. A church ministry 2. A tick on one’s Christian service 3. A measure of one’s spirituality III. What are the purposes of Discipleship 1. Training us to be godly (v. 12) 2. Waiting for the blessed hope (v. 13) 3. Be filled with the vision of the returning King (v. 13-14) 4. To be a people who are zealou...

Scripture Reading: Psalm 42-43 I. Introduction II. It is possible for a Christian to be seeking to walk with God and yet is downcast and depressed. (42:1-5) a. The psalmist is on who thirsts for the living God and longs to meet God and joins God’s people in worship (1,2) b. He laments he is discouraged, sad and depressed, “Why are you cast down, O my soul?” (5) c. He is experiencing oppression, is...

Scripture Reading: Joshua 1:1-9 I. Introduction II. What is meditation? Meditation is the thinking activity that constantly runs through the mind again and again Christian mediation is about filling your mind with God and His word You can meditate upon good things You can meditate upon bad things III. Why should I meditate? Meditation is important because God commands it. Meditation is important b...

Scripture Reading: 1 Peter 4:1-11 I. Introduction II. Each Christian Receives their Spiritual Gift III. Each Christian Uses their Spiritual Gift IV. Each Christian Gives an account of their Spiritual Gift V. Each Christian Glorifies God with their Spiritual Gift VI. Conclusion

Scripture Reading: Acts 1:1-11 I. Introduction “How, then, should evangelism be defined? The New Testament answer is very simple. Evangelism is just preaching the gospel, the evangel. It is a work of communication in which Christians make themselves mouthpieces for God’s message of mercy to sinners. Anyone who faithfully delivers that message, under whatever circumstances, in a large meeting, in a...

Scripture Reading: Psalm 91 I. Introduction Psalm 91 unfolds in 3 parts. Psalmist opens proclaiming his experience of trust in Yahweh. In the middle part of the Psalm, the Psalmist instructs his fellow believers about trusting the Lord. And then right at the end of the Psalm, God steps in to close the Psalm pledging His commitment to those who trust in Him II. We are protected from threatening anx...

Scripture Reading: Hebrews 12:1-3 1. The Christian Race 2. How We Run the Race 3. Looking to Jesus to Run the Race

Scripture Reading: John 4:19-26 I. Introduction “The worship or service of God is, when upon the right knowledge of God, we freely give him the honour that is proper to him, in our hearts according to his own will.” William Perkins, the father of the 17th century Puritan Movement Worship is made up of four parts essentially – Praise, Prayer, Preaching, Partaking II. The Priority We are saved to wo...

Scripture Reading: Matthew 6:5-14 I. Introduction Spiritual Disciplines is for the purpose of godliness 1 Tim 4.7 “Prayer is an offering up of our desires unto God, for things agreeable to His will, in the name of Christ, with confession of our sins, and thankful acknowledgement of His mercies.” Shorter Catechism Q. 98 II. Prayer is learned The attitude The contents III. Prayer is expected Command...

Scripture Reading: Matthew 7:21-27 I. Introduction II. Obedience - The Imperative A. It is a test for one’s salvation B. It is preferred over sacrifice III. Obedience - The Means A. Student of the Word B. Doer of the Word IV. Obedience - The Blessings A. Our foundations will stand B. Our foundations is on Christ V. Conclusion

Scripture Reading: Luke 14:25-33 The Cost of Discipleship I. Introduction II. It is possible to follow Christ superficially vs 25 III. A Disciple Love Christ More Than Anyone Else vs 26 IV. A Disciple Sacrifice Everything for Christ vs 27 V. A Disciple Renounce All Worldly Possessions for Christ vs 33 VI. A Disciple Counts the Cost of Following Christ vs 28-32 VII. Conclusion

Scripture Reading: Matthew 9:9-13 I. Introduction II. Marring of Discipleship A. Easy-Believism B. Legalism C. Apathy III. Discipleship is calling from: A. Satan B. Sin C. Self IV. Discipleship is calling to: A. Christ B. A life in Christ C. A mission for Christ V. Conclusion “The Master has come, and he called us to follow” “This is the way the Master trod, should not his servants tread it still”...

Scripture Reading: Ezra 10:1-17 Introduction II. Dealing with Sin Starts with the Right Heart Attitude (v. 1,6) III. Dealing with Sin Requires a Plan (v. 2-8) IV. Dealing with Sin can be Messy (v. 3, 9-11) V. Dealing with Sin Requires Accountability (v. 12-17) VI. Conclusion

Scripture Reading: Genesis 16 Introduction 1. We learn that human life is full of challenges and we must accept God’s sovereignty over our lives regardless of how hard it is (vs 1-2). There will always be a challenge, a challenge to trust God that He can keep His promise and make it happens without our help and interference. Sarai’s plan was very common, very normal for the culture of her day. It...

Scripture Reading: 1 Corinthians 13 1. Without love we are nothing (vs 1 - 3) 2. What true love is ( vs 4 - 7) 3. Love in light of the end. ( vs 8 - 14)

Scripture Reading: Psalm 30 Sermon Outline Introduction 1. Psalm 30 is made up of 2 stanzas. 30:1-5 give an overview of David’s story while 30: 6-12 unpacks the story with more important insight or details. 2. The song describes David's near death experience, its cause, his plea for deliverance, the reversal of his circumstances, and his response of thanksgiving. II. When we live as if our str...

Scripture Reading: Titus 3:1-8 Sermon Outline I. Introduction • Grace triumphs when all seems lost and hopeless. • Being reminded of God’s grace that changed us will motivate us to show His grace to others through our good deeds. II. Reminder One: How we are to act towards the ungodly world vs 1-2 A. Submissive, obedient, and ready to do good to rulers and authorities B. Speak evil of no one C. Pe...

Scripture Reading: Titus 2:11-15 Sermon Outline Introduction II. Grace Definition III. Grace Saves v11 IV. Grace Sanctifies v12 V. Grace Gives Hope v13 VI. Grace Empowers v14 VII. Conclusion

Introduction The threat of false teachers and teaching can only be countered by the sound doctrine. Right doctrines shape and strengthen right living. II. Graces and Character of the Christian Man vs 2,6 Older men begin to exemplify sound faith, love, and steadfastness. Younger men learn to be self-controlled rather than being driven by their passions. III. Graces and Character of the Christian Wo...