First Christian Church Sermons

Walk by the Spirit: Gentleness Speaker: Ronnie Roberts Text: Galatians 5:22-23 As we walk by the Spirit we will learn to act with gentleness. I. The fruit of gentleness is not weakness but is defined by strength. II. We are to use gentleness to restore a fellow believer who is caught in sinfulness. (Galatians 6:1) III. We are to act in gentleness as we share our faith with the lost. (1 Peter 3:15-...

Walk by the Spirit: Faithfulness Speaker: Ronnie Roberts Text: Galatians 5:22-23 We want a faith that honors God. I. God desires faithful people II. God enables us to grow in our faithfulness. III. God will reward His people for their faithfulness

Walk by the Spirit: Goodness Speaker: Kaleb Hansen Text: Galatians 5:22-23

Walk by the Spirit: Kindness Speaker: Jonah Stiltner Text: Galatians 5:22-23

Walk by the Spirit: Patience Speaker: Eric VonSpreckelsen Text: Galatians 5:16-23; James 5:7-10 I. Be patient when circumstances are out of our control. (James 5:7-8) II. Be patient when we find people to be difficult. (James 5:9-10) Truth: Godly patience is only possible when we have an eternal perspective.

Walk by the Spirit: Peace Speaker: Michael Berg Text: Galatians 5:22-23 3 Facets of Peace I. Eternal Peace: Peace Between Man and God II. Internal Peace: Peace Between Man and Himself III. External Peace: Peace Between Man and His Neighbor

Walk by the Spirit: Joy Speaker: Ty Zimmerman Text: Galatians 5:22 I. Joy Received II. Joy Realized

Walk by the Spirit: Love Speaker: Matthew Johnson Text: Galatians 5:1, Galatians 5:16-17, 1 Corinthians 13:1-7 I. What does it mean to "Walk by the Spirit" II. What is Love? III. What does this have to do with me?

Nothing But the Best Speaker: Ronnie Roberts Text: Matthew 20:20-24 I. A mother wants what she feels is best for her children. II. The best is that her children come to know God's salvation through Jesus. III. The best is also that they learn to serve in God's kingdom.

Taking Root: Defense Speaker: Ronnie Roberts Text: Acts 22:1-21 The Gospel is solid and worth defending. I. The gospel is evident through its transforming work. II. The gospel stands because Jesus lives. III. The gospel continues as the focused work of the church.

Taking Root: Trouble Among Believers Speaker: Ronnie Roberts Text: Acts 21:17-30 Believers cannot be zealous for the wrong things. I. Be careful of what you are zealous for. II. Zeal for the wrong things will create trouble among believers. III. Our greatest zeal should be focused on Jesus and His gospel.

God is in the Business of Transformation Speaker: Matthew Johnson Text: Ezekial 36:22-27 1. Transformation is begins with admission 2. Transformation is obvious and continuous.

Taking Root: Doing God's Will No Matter What Speaker: Jonah Stiltner Text: Acts 21:1-16

He Is Risen (extra) Speaker: Ronnie Roberts Text: 1 Corinthians 15:20-34 There's more to say about believing in resurrection. I. Resurrection begins with Jesus. II. Resurrection will be completed at the end. III. Resurrection impacts the life of those who believe.

He Is Risen Speaker: Ronnie Roberts Text: 1 Corinthians 15:1-4 The resurrection of Jesus Christ is foundational to our belief. I. The resurrection of Jesus is our message. II. The resurrection of Jesus has been verified. (1 Cor. 15:5-11) III. The resurrection of Jesus is significant. (1 Cor. 15:12-20)

Taking Root: We Can Do This Speaker: Ronnie Roberts Text: Acts 20:18-27 The church will survive and thrive in this world. I. Living well for Jesus helps establish the truth of the gospel before others. II. God is in control. (20:28-32) III. God rewards those who give of themselves for the Kingdom. (20: 33-35)

Taking Root: Never See Eye to Eye Speaker: Ronnie Roberts Text: Acts 19:23-27 The gospel we live will be in conflict with this world. I. The Gospel is a threat to the world. II. The Gospel is threatened by the world. (19:28-34) III. The Gospel finds protection in the world. (19:35-41)

Taking Root: No Comparison Speaker: Ronnie Roberts Text: Acts 19:11-20 Nothing compares to the power of God. I. God's power is over the seen and the unseen. II. God's power cannot be mimicked. III. The right response to God's power is submission.

Taking Root: Incomplete Understanding Speaker: Ronnie Roberts Text: Acts 18:24-19:7 We should pursue a complete and true understanding of Jesus. I. I don't want to fall short in my understanding of Jesus. II. Recognize and address teaching that is lacking or incorrect about Jesus.

Taking Root: Church Planting Speaker: Ronnie Roberts Text: Acts 18:1-11 God has given us the task of growing the church. Advantages for growth: I. We work together. II. We can think strategically. III. We must be able to adapt. IV. Seek encouragement.

Taking Root: GOD IS Speaker: Ronnie Roberts Text: Acts 17:22-31 God has made Himself known. I. He is a sovereign God who created everything. (vs. 24-26) II. If you seek God, He can easily be found. (vs. 27-29) III. He is God who judges and demands repentance. (vs. 30-31)

Taking Root: Turning the World Upside Down Speaker: Ronnie Roberts Text: Acts 17:1-13 Everyone has a response to the gospel. I. Some will receive the message and believe in Jesus. II. There will be many who show interest in the message. III. Some will reject the message of Jesus.

SEEK: Seek God for Empowerment Speaker: Ronnie Roberts Text: Acts 1:8, 9:31 I. We have His Word. II. He has given us the gift of His Spirit. III. He joins us together to make His church.

SEEK: Seek God for Provision Speaker: Ronnie Roberts I. There is trouble with seeking things over God's Kingdom and righteousness. (6:22-24) II. We seek Kingdom first and trust God for our simple provisions. (6:11, 25, 20-21) III. This is simple verse must be applied individually and in how we operate as a church.

SEEK: Seeking Direction Speaker: Ronnie Roberts I. Why doesn't God direct me like He did Abraham or Moses? Psalm 25:12 Proverbs 3:5-6 II. God sent Jesus to give us direction. John 14:6 Matthew 28:19 III. Congregations call for action to seek God. 1 Corinthians 6:19-20