FBC Clarion Sermons

Jason Hunter. Looking back on all the weeks we discussed Up words: I John 5:13   I write these things to you who believe in the name of the Son of God, that you may know that you have eternal life. 1. Fellowship with Others - God has given us other christians for help. 2. Sin sensitive - God wants us to keep the relationship with him strong (sin breaks that relationship)  - so seek repentance 3. O...

Jason Hunter Understanding Idolatry Definition of Idol Anything (other than God) you cling to for purpose, security or significance. The Appeal of Idols It is Tangible or Real Hebrews 11;1, 6 The Origin of Idols Human Heart (crooked) Implications of Idolatry 1.  True & False = 1 Corinthians 8:4-6   1 Thessilonians 1:9 2.  Choice  =  Joshua 24:14-15 Seriousness of Idolatry Ezekiel 14:6-8 Abominatio...

Jason Hunter UpWords = Faith ~ 1 John 5:1-13 What the Christian Faith is in Jesus is The Christ Jesus is Divine Faith A system of morality or religion A deeply held belief Hebrews 11:1-2 What the Christian Faith is About Overcoming this world. The Christian has much Less comfort in this world than in the world to come Hebrews 11:13, 35b-40                      James 1:2-4   What the Christian Fait...

Jason Hunter UPwords - Fearless 1 John 4:1-6

Jason Hunter Spiritual Discernment I John 4:1-6 Assertions of a Test That right and wrong Exist Areas to Test 1. Outside - for false prophets 2. Inside - for faulty preferences 2 Corinthians 13:5               2 Timothy 4:3-4 Assessments used to Test    Divine Jesus John 1:1  In the Beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God.    Divine Guidance       The Spirit Confirm...

Jason Hunter Prayer: I John 5:13-17 How we approach prayer is another indicator of rebirth Mistakes with Prayer Zone time = Think - Active Prayer Admire time = Admire the one who we are praying to Rote time = Say same thing over Move time = Give God His time It is a great privilege to speak to God 3 approaches to effective (living) prayer Approach with confidence when we pray Hebrews 4:16; Ephesia...

Jason Hunter UPWORDS - Spirit Filled - 1 John 3:24, 4:13 Presence of the Spirit Acts 19:1-7 The Spirit is a litmus test for salutations Romans 8:9 - However, you are not in the flesh but in the Spirit, if indeed the Spirit of God dwells in you. But if anyone does not have the Spirit of Christ, he does not belong to Him. When does the Spirit come? Ephesians 1:13-14 - In Him, you also, after listeni...

Jason Hunter 1 John 3:4-10 UW = Sanctification Sanctification = A decreasing pattern of sinning and an increasing pattern of living righteousness. 7 Realizations of our Sainthood 1. Realize you are a Saint Romans 1:7  1 Corinthians 1:2  Colossians 1:2 Jude 1:3   Ephesians 6:18 Called to be saints Adopted by the King = 1 John 3:1  Galatians 4:4-7 Adopted as sons 2. Realize the source of your sainth...

Jason Hunter 1 Corinthians 13 UW = Love The context    Chapter 11 = Communion-Be imitators of me, as I am of Christ.    Chapter 12 = Unity/Diversity-Each one to do their part    Chapter 13 = Congregational Love-Members be committed to one another Chapter Breakdown Verses 1-3 = Essential to Love Verses 4-7 = Explanation of Love Verses 8-12 = Enduring Love So now faith, hope and love abide, but the...

Jason Hunter I John 2:7-11, 3;14-18, 4:7-11, 4:20-21 The Birthmark The Paramount evidence of our spiritual rebirth is LOVE. Four Nonnegotiables on Love Old and New John 13:34-35 *Love for others is a Mandate ~ Command Somebody is going to die John 15:12-13 Other Gospels = Matthew 16:24-26, Luke 14:25-27, Mark 8:34-35 Who will it be? Old me or New me  Ephesians 4:22-24 *Love for others is a meeknes...

Jason Hunter I John 2:28 - 3:3 / UPwords 6 = Futurist Futurist = Someone with a focus, preoccupation, or fixation on future events. Jesus is Coming Again = Acts 1:9-11, 1 Corinthians 11:26 Our Responses to the Second Coming reveal much about our understanding and acceptance of Salvation! Consider your Disposition v. 28 How do you feel, think, respond? Are you afraid or secure? Are you concerned or...

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Jason Hunter I John 2;15-17 / UPwords 5 = Anti-Secularism pt. 2 From the Battle to the War - The Bigger Biblical View of the Christians Relationship with the World.   The Raging War = We are in a fight Ephesians 6:12   I Peter 2:11 The Problem with a relationship with the World = It means Enmity with God James 4:4 The Reality of our relationship with the World = Hatred - Don't be surprised. John 1...

Jason Hunter I John 2:15-17 / Upwords 5= Anti-Secularism Part 1 The Two polar extremes to avoid = Total Exclusion … or Total Inclusion   The War of Words verse 15 World – Everything that opposes Christ Love = Two requirements for Love 1 = Dedicated Desire 2 = Commitment of Resources                Four Main Resources: Time Material Possessions Mental Energies Emotional Energies God Loves us      1...

Jason Hunter 1 John 2:3-6  UPwords 4 = Obedience The extreme importance of Obedience! Obedience is crystal clear evidence of Regeneration Obedience is one of the highest priorities of the Bible The Benefit of Obedience, It offers protection Strategy of Satan = Doubt God - and - rely on Self Root of sin then is pride and unbelief Cure is Obedience because it requires trust and humility Obedience Pr...

Jason Hunter Personal Points From a Growing Pastor I John 1:9  I Timothy 1:12-17 Sunday, June 18, 2017 -   Point 1 The seven deadlier sins are those that are part of my life. Point 2 The Follower's position with sin is set = forgiven. Romans 8:1 Point 3 The sin in our lives can kill the effects of our salvation. 1. They kill my joy. 2. They kil my witness 3. They kill my awareness of the spirit. 4...

Randy Leadbetter Hebrew word for Benefit is Camel Camels can go a long distance without water and carry heavy burdens. Jesus carries the weight of the burden Loving Kindness - chalked full of benefits Heart of Love. Even King David had to exhort himself to remember the Lord in His Blessings.   God is so faithful: To Forgive all iniquity Heals all your diseases Redeems your life from the pitt. He c...

Jason Hunter 2nd UPword = Confession 1st Proof/Pursuit = Fellowship with God and Other Followers 2nd Proof/Pursuit = Sensitivity to SIN Sin Sensitivity = HONESTY Sin Sensitivity = AGREEMENT Confession does NOT mean = To admit to something Confession does mean = Agreeing with God about SIN  3 Agreements with God about Sin      Agree what is sin      Agree on results of sin      Agree on remedy for...

Jason Hunter Compare John 20:30-31 to 1 John 1:5:13 The Gospel = John The Letter = John Verse 1 and 2 = of John 1 Proof / Pursuit = Fellowship with us and God Fellowship is expected Conversion connects us to one another we are integral to one another's faith Fellowship Defined 1. In Influence 2.  Inquiries 3.  Incautious Fellowship's companions God      Others Fellowship Prohibited 2 Corinthians 6...

Jason Hunter May 14, 2017 - Why should we ask ourselves if we are OK? 1.  What must I do to be saved? 2.  Am I really saved? 3.  Test yourselves to see if you are saved. Milestones Leading to Salvation 1. Circumstances for Salvation     Re: death, catastrophe, medical issues        or positive circumstance: job, marriage, birth of a child 2.  Confrontation of Human Conditions (mortality, what is a...

Jason Hunter Two reasons to pursue an upward relationship. 1. Since we have confidence to come before God 2. Since we have a great High Priest - JESUS Then... 1 - Let us draw near to GOD 2. - Let us hold fast 3. - Let us consider one another to love and good deeds Three thoughts on our connection with each other. 1. Amazing Thought We can play a part in each other's sanctification 2.  Sobering Tho...

Jason Hunter. April 30, 2017 - The Ascension gives the Christian (follower of Jesus) all the encouragements necessary to continue living on purpose with purpose. The Ascension testifies to forgiveness.  All my sins are forgiven. Encouragement of Purpose: Live in - Freedom, repentance, joy and blessing. The Ascension reassures us of a living.  Jesus lives and is alive in eternity.   Encouragement o...

Randy Leadbetter April 23, 2017 - On the Road to Emmaus 13 Now that same day two of them were going to a village called Emmaus, about seven miles from Jerusalem. 14 They were talking with each other about everything that had happened. 15 As they talked and discussed these things with each other, Jesus himself came up and walked along with them;16 but they were kept from recognizing him. 17 He aske...

April 16, 2017 - Easter Worship - Jason Hunter What would You do? Is today the most important day in History? Why was the tomb Empty? Swoon Theory Mark 15:43-45 John 19:34 Jesus was dead. Wrong Tomb Theory Matthew 27:62-66 Grave Robber Theory Romans/Jews did it. John 20:1-2 The disciples did it. Matthew 28:11-15 Did they live and die for a lie? An empty tomb makes a huge difference. It makes all t...