Generations Church Sermons

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“Contrasting Gospel and Religion” Isaiah 6:1-13 CONTRASTING GOSPEL AND RELIGION Isaiah gives us a clear picture of the gospel and what our response should be. It also contains a warning about the dangers of a cultural religious practice void of true repentance and faith.

The Vineyard of the Lord : Isaiah 5:1-30 God has planted people in this world like a vineyard. The natural outcome should be healthy growth, but sometimes God’s people are like rotten fruit.

God will remove anything that stands between himself and his people, even their own pride and possession.

“Full of Things, Empty of God” - Isaiah 2:1-22 Isaiah calls God’s people back to true worship beginning with the removal of anything that hinders their (or our) faith in God.

“Religious on the Outside” - Isaiah 1:1-23 God is calling His people to learn what it really means to repent and live as true followers of the living God. Anything else is unacceptable.

Jeremiah 29:1-13 God has placed us in Cerritos to seek the welfare of the city by praying and serving our community.

1 Corinthians 12:4-12 We exist as members of a local church to use our talents together as one healthy body. We all suffer when we do not all participate with one another.

Our finances, maybe second only to our time, reveals where our heart really is. A heart for God results in obedience in our finances. “For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also.” [Matthew 6:21]

Christmas Eve : John 1:1-9

Time - Ecclesiastes 3:1-17 Humanity is created to glorify God in our time. That means living life prioritizing our time in ways that accomplish all we are created to do.

Luke 1:26-38, 46-55 The grace of God can save anyone, from anywhere, from anything at any time.

Luke 2:8-20 The birth of Jesus as Savior, Christ and Lord makes outsiders become insiders.

Matthew 2:1-12 What is your reaction to the news of Jesus birth?

“Hoping for Jesus: Simeon and Anna” (Luke 2:21-38) What are you hoping and waiting for this Christmas? Is it for Christ to make Himself more present to you? Anything else is misplaced hope. Any other waiting and longing will inevitably disappoint.

Acts 28 The church is called to be faithful to the mission of God.

The Church a safe harbor: As Christ's Church, we are a people that others can run to in times of need and a safe place when the storms of life are overwhelming.

Acts 25-26 “The church is made up of steadfast suffering storytellers”

THE VOICE OF THE CHURCH The Church is a needed voice in culture, but due to our failure to remain distinct we have lost this. To be valued again in society we will need to relearn how to think, speak, and act.

“The Church Must Rise Above” : Acts 22:22–23:35 The Church must rise above the negativity of culture. We are accountable to God for our words, actions, and attitudes.

“The Church is a Place of Repentance” - Acts 21b-22 The Church is people in constant need of change and repentance of sin as we strive to look more and more like Jesus.

Acts 21:1-26 - The Church The Church is called to obey Jesus faithfully even when the calling is challenging or painful. Trusting Jesus this way allows Him to be glorified through you.

TODAY'S MAIN IDEA: "Because Christ purchased us with His death, we need to understand the calling of the church is greater than our personal desires."

Acts 18:24 - 19:41 - “The Church Transforms a City” The Church is a community of transformed people, and when transformed people engaged locally they see entire cities changed to glorify God.

“The Church Is For All People” - Acts 18 The Church is Christ’s messenger to the entire world, not just those who are like us. This often takes us beyond where we are comfortable.