Brevard Christian Church Podcast

Synopsis The book of Romans deals with the human condition that we are all sinners in need of a savior. In this sermon we go through the book to find where Jesus fits into this condition and how He is the antidote to save life. Questions 1. Why do you think God allows so much bad to happen in the world? 2. Why do you think God allows so much good to happen in the world? 3. What are we truly saying...

Some stories have a happy ending. Others have a sad ending. But the story of Jesus starts with a sad ending that turns happy and suddenly, we realize, isn’t ending at all. The good news continues to press on and give us power. Find out how as we look at Dr. Luke’s second volume, the book of Acts. Sermon Questions: 1. When was the first time you remember encountering a sad ending (perhaps in a book...

Summary: the gospel of John was written to help people believe and find real life. John presents proofs for and insights into the fulfilling life of a believer. We will give special attention to coming back to God after you have fallen. Text: John Questions: 1. What was the purpose of the Gospel of John? 2. Why did Jesus want Peter to think about his denial (ie - his sin)? 3. What did Jesus commun...

It has been said there is a god-shaped hole in each of us. Many try in vain to fill it themselves. The good news of Luke is that God Himself stepped down to fill it for us. It seems almost too simple. Is that really all there is to it? Find out as we dive into Luke’s Gospel. Sermon Questions: 1. It has been said there is a god-shaped hole in each of us. If you didn’t know Jesus, how do you think y...

The book of Mark is a fast action-packed message of Jesus' authority and ministry. In this sermon we break down a few examples of Jesus' divinity and His understanding of humanity. Questions: When we think of the gospel of Jesus as 'good news' it ought to change our lives and mindsets. Why do so many of us still struggle with seeing the gospel not as good news but as advice to live by? What parall...

Have you ever been forced to be with someone that you didn’t want to be with? Maybe you ignored them or tried to distract yourself. The good news of Matthew’s gospel is that Jesus is God with us. But it’s only good news if we choose to be with Him too. Sermon Questions: 1. Have you ever been forced to be with someone that you didn’t want to be with? What did you do about it? 2. Jesus is God with u...

Have you ever been forced to be with someone that you didn’t want to be with? Maybe you ignored them or tried to distract yourself. The good news of Matthew’s gospel is that Jesus is God with us. But it’s only good news if we choose to be with Him too. Sermon Questions: 1. Have you ever been forced to be with someone that you didn’t want to be with? What did you do about it? 2. Jesus is God with u...

Title: Jesus makes the Old Testament exciting! Text: Zechariah 3 Summary: the vision of Zechariah teaches us that Satan accuses as well as tempts; that Jesus is our only hope for real life; and that we need to preach the Gospel to ourselves as well as others. Questions: 1. Who does Joshua represent in this vision? 2. Why is Satan accusing? 3. How does Satan accuse us today? 4. Where does Jesus giv...

Have you ever been in vicious cycle? Many times we find ourselves spiralling downward because of decisions we keep making. God, however, has a better path. The path you find yourself on shows where your security lies. Are you secure in Jesus? Sermon Questions: 1. Why do people sometimes feel secure apart of God? Has this happened to you before? (See Nahum 1:12) 2. How does God get people’s attenti...

Summary: the books of Hosea, Joel, Amos and Obadiah share a common theme of judgement on the sin of indifference. A biblical understanding of real love overcomes indifference. Questions: 1. Why are we so tempted to " not wanting to get involved"? 2. How is love costly? 3. How is love more than a feeling? 4. What are some of the strings attached to the love of God?

The book of Daniel shows us multiple characters who struggled with admitting that God of Israel is Almighty God. Today we struggle with the same issue; pride makes us want to be king of our own lives. Jesus shows us a different way to live. What does the book of Daniel show us about God's domain? Where can you see yourself in the book of Daniel? Why do you think God put this book in the Bible for...

Summary: Ezekiel is a prophet during the days of Jeremiah and Daniel. He shared a message of both judgement and hope. Hope to those who hear and repent. But it's always been the responsibility of the prophet (in their day) and Christian believers today, to share God's Word in a way that people will really hear and have an opportunity to respond to it. Questions: 1. What did the dry bones of Ezekie...

When a chosen people are looking for a better God, God is looking for obedient people. It’s important for the Church to be reminded of who God is. 1. Is God patient? Give some examples of God's patience throughout history. What are some examples in your own life? 2. Is God Faithful? Give some examples of God's faithfulness throughout history. What are some examples in your own life? 3. How do the...

Too often, we think we know how God works, but our concept of God is always too small. Come get a taste of the greatness of God and His massive plan for you as we investigate the book of the prophet Isaiah. Sermon Questions: Isaiah 1. Does God always hear prayers? (see Isaiah 1:13-15) Why do people often say He does? What keeps God from listening? 2. Read Isaiah 6:1-7. Why did Isaiah feel so wrong...

Summary: We have to overcome the powerful lies that our world puts before us to find real happiness in God. Questions: 1. What are the five big lies of the world? (Five "W" words) 2. What is the answer to happiness? 3. What are the two mysteries of happiness?

God doesn’t just want you to know things. He wants you to be wise. Learn what wisdom is and how you can begin to achieve it as we look to the book of Proverbs. Sermon Questions: Proverbs 1. Proverbs are short sayings of wisdom. Give some examples of modern day proverbs. Now try to be more specific and give examples of proverbs from the following topics: Finances, Vehicles, Safety, Relationships. 2...

The book of Psalms is a collection of songs prayers and poems that focus on our life lived in the presence of God. To do life well, we must commit ourselves to following the Word of God. Questions: 1. The form of poetry used in Psalms is called parallelism. How does parallelism work? How does knowing parallelism help us better understand the meaning of Psalms? 2. What does the first Psalm mean whe...

Job is a story of trusting God's justice even when we don't understand why life's circumstances are the way they are. In this sermon we gain just a bit of insight as to God's view of Job, Himself, and us. Questions What can we learn from Job's story? How has your life related to that of Job's? Do you see yourself as a trophy that God could take out of his trophy case and show the devil and ask 'ha...

Have you ever watched a movie that started well but left you a bit disappointed at the end? The books of Ezra, Nehemiah and Esther are like this. If the story stopped there we’d wonder why. Fortunately, there’s much more to the story of these books than most people realize. Sermon Questions: Ezra, Nehemiah & Esther 1. What movie have you watched that started off well, but disappointed you in t...

The book of Chronicles it gives glimpses that God is looking for people to find guidance in Him and to look to the promised hope in future. In 2 Chronicles chapter 20 we see that when we humble ourselves towards God that God gives grace. Questions Have you ever read Chronicles? If so, what stood out to you from the reading? We cry out to Jesus to just come back and take us to heaven.. Why do you t...

Summary: 1&2 Kings covers the history of the end of the United Kingdom through the deterioration of the divided kingdoms. The main characters are Solomon, Elijah and Elisha. Neither extreme of ritualism or emotionalism are what God wants, but instead it's who we are and what we do that matters to Him. Questions: 1. Why do we find so many miracles in 1&2 Kings? 2. What preconceived ideas ge...

The things in the Old Testament were written for our benefit. When God's Word spends more time talking about a person, we need to pay attention. See how three specific people in the books of Samuel show us an important lesson about ourselves. Sermon Questions: 1 & 2 Samuel 1. Read 1 Samuel 8:1-7. Why were the people so desperate for a king? How did their request come back to bite them? Have yo...

Summary: the old testament book of judges is an historic illustration of Galatians 6:7 Galatians 6:7 "Do not be deceived: God cannot be mocked. A man reaps what he sows." Questions: 1. What is the cycle that is repeated throughout the book of Judges? 2. How does the very first story of the book prepare readers for the rest of the book? 3. Why did God keep Gideon's army so small? 4. What choice do...

When Joshua was told to destroy the Canaanites it may not mean what you think. The battles Joshua fought are far more than historical. They actually mirror a fight we are all in today. Are you winning the battle? Sermon Questions: 1. Read Joshua 5:13-14. When Joshua asked if God was for him or his enemies why did God say “neither”? What does this teach us? [Answer: we are on God’s side, not God on...

Deuteronomy - The Good Covenant - Mark Bourne Main text: Deuteronomy 6:4-5 Summary: The Pentateuch ends with Moses repeating God's law for a new generation about to enter the promised land. They were given a choice between obedience which leads to life and disobedience which leads to death. We too must choose life and the way God wants it to be lived. Questions: 1. Why did Moses repeat the law tha...