Grapevine's First Baptist Church

Why did Jesus allow his friend Lazarus to get sick and die? For God’s Glory (John 11:4) That we may believe (John 11:14-15) As the Resurrection and the Life, Jesus has authority over life, death, and eternity. Revelation 1:17-18 What are we to Believe? John 11:17-27 Jesus, I believe you can heal (John 11:21) Jesus, I believe you can do anything (John 11:22) Jesus, I believe in life after death (Jo...

The Monday Recap is a quick revisit to the previous Sunday's sermon from Grapevine's First. 10-15 minutes of summary, plus diving a little deeper. Enjoy!

As the Bread of Life , Jesus satisfies our need for redemption and forgiveness by being the giver of eternal life.  As the Light of the World , Jesus reveals truth and provides clarity. God did not design us to stumble in the dark but to live in the dark as lights to the world.  As the Door , Jesus provides exclusive access and endless protection for His people.  As the Good Shepherd , Jesus knows...

The Monday Recap is a quick revisit to the previous Sunday's sermon from Grapevine's First. 10-15 minutes of summary, plus diving a little deeper. Enjoy!

As the Bread of Life, Jesus satisfies our need for redemption and forgiveness by being the giver of eternal life. As the Light of the World, Jesus reveals truth and provides clarity.  God did not design us to stumble in the dark but to live in the dark as lights to the world. As the Door, Jesus provides exclusive access and endless protection for His people.   John 10:1-6 Parable – A simple story...

The Monday Recap is a quick revisit to the previous Sunday's sermon from Grapevine's First. 10-15 minutes of summary, plus diving a little deeper. Enjoy!

 Understanding WHO God is will define, WHY you and I exist, WHO we are as persons, and HOW we may most be fulfilled individually and in relationships to other persons, to the natural world, and to our Creator. LESSONS FROM THE LIGHT: John 9:1-41 Light looks at the Lost, Last, and Lonely (v1 & Hebrews 4:15-16) Light reveals fact from fiction (vv2-3) Light brings clarity to our situations (vv 4-...

The Monday Recap is a quick revisit to the previous Sunday's sermon from Grapevine's First. 10-15 minutes of summary, plus diving a little deeper. Enjoy!

Beware of any depiction of Jesus that diminishes or denies His deity. While we celebrate his humanity, we must not ignore His Divinity! Jesus is worthy of our worship and obedience. Romans 2:4 John 6:35 John 6:25-34 The Father is the Source of both Temporal and Eternal Life. Jesus is the Bread of Life, who satisfies and sustains us. You will not be Hungry or Thirsty John 6:35 Isaiah 55:1-3 You Wil...

Protection Amid Temptation Matthew 6:13 Preparation: Lead us not into Temptation Proverbs 3:5-6 Psalm 141:4 The will of God will not take us where the grace of God cannot sustain us.   – Billy Graham Execution: Deliver us from Evil Colossians 1:13-14 1 Corinthians 10:13 Profile of Temptation Ephesians 2:1-3 Spiritual Forces Ephesians 6:12 1 Peter 5:8 The Course of this World Matthew 11:12 Matthew...

Matthew 6:12 & 14-15 Forgiveness is the release from the offense and debt caused by the offense. Hebrews 9:24-26 Hebrews 10:16-18 Romans 4:7-8 Ephesians 1:7 The blood of Jesus highlights God’s Faithfulness and satisfies God’s Justice. This petition is about restoring fellowship with God and each other. 1 John 1:6-10 Forgiveness is a miracle of grace whereby the offense no longer separates.   –...

If you surrendered all your life to Christ, what would you expect to happen? Do you know God well enough to trust Him fully and completely? Our Father in Heaven Hallowed be Your Name   Preeminence Your Kingdom come, Your will be done     Priority Give us this day our daily bread    Provision Forgive us as we have forgiven others.    Pardon Lead us not into temptation but deliver us from evil .   P...

Matthew 6:10 God uses the Prayers and Obedience of His People to Carry Out His Will on Earth. Your Kingdom Come Our mandate is to pray and work for the advancement of God’s Kingdom until Christ returns. Your Will be Done on Earth as it is in Heaven 1 John 5:14–15 John 14:12-14  John 15:7 Ephesians 5:15-17 God’s Will – God’s purpose is Invincible. Isaiah 46:8-11 God’s Willingness – What might God d...

Matthew 6:5-13 Luke 11:1-4 Everything begins with God. God is Sovereign God is All-Knowing Psalm 139:1-4 God is Holy Isaiah 6:6  God is Unchangeable Malachi 3:6 God’s Purpose is Invincible.  Psalm 135:5-6; Isaiah 55:11 Nothing happens in the universe apart from the will of God, and, in a certain sense, God ordains everything that happens. - Augustine God’s Purpose for Humankind is to Conform us to...

1 Corinthians 16: 13-14 “Be watchful, stand firm in the faith, act like men, be strong. Let all that you do be done in love.” Preparation for 2024 Be watchful… Greek word: gregoreo ; be awake/be vigilant.  Mark 14:38, 1 Peter 5:8 Stand firm… 1 Corinthians 15:58, Daniel 3:16-18 Act like men… Greek word: andrizomai ; be courageous/be mature. 1 Corinthians 3:1-2, 1 Corinthians 14:20, Deuteronomy 31:7...

Traditions of the First Century Church   1. Participation in Giving Gifts 1 Corinthians 16:1-4 Luke 6:38  2. Flexible Travel Plans 1 Corinthians 16:5-9 Proverbs 16:9 Proverbs 19:21 3. Entertaining with Grace 1 Corinthians 16:10 & 17-18 Colossians 4:6

John 1:14 Hebrews 1:1-3 Jesus Creator of the World Upholder of the Universe The Radiance of God’s Glory The Exact Imprint of God’s Nature Jesus is God Wrapped in Human Flesh! Hebrews 1:1-3 Philippians 2:6-11

1 Corinthians 11:1-16 What is the Deal with Head Coverings? Modesty Femininity Fidelity Gender Clarity: God Values Men and Women Equally 1 Corinthians 11:7-12 Galatians 3:26-28      2.  Men and Women Are Naturally Distinct 1 Corinthians 11:12-14 1 Peter 3:7      3.  Each Gender has a Specific Role 1Corinthians 11:3 and 8-10 In the Church 1 Peter 5:1-4 In the Home Ephesians 5:22-29 1 Thessalonians...

Fracture: Confusion Concerning Head Coverings Chapter 11:1-16 Fix: Do not distort God’s designed order. Fracture: Conflict Caused by Selfishness and Entitlement Chapter 11:17-33 Fix: Celebrate the Lord’s Supper with humility and unity. Fracture: Collective Dysfunction Caused by Arrogance and Self-Criticism Chapter 12 Fix: Each person in the church is interdependent and valued. Fracture: Chaos Caus...

Developing A Motive that Matters  1 Corinthians 12:31b – 13:13 1. The prerequisite of love (13:1–3)  Why is Love Important? Our lives are more about showing than doing ! TO DEVELOP LOVE IN YOUR LIFE, YOU MUST BE CONVINCED WITH HOW IMPORTANT LOVE IS 2. The properties of love (13:4–7) What is Love? TO DEVELOP LOVE IN YOUR LIFE, YOU MUST KNOW WHAT LOVE IS, WHAT IT IS NOT, AND WHAT LOVE DOES 3. The pe...

1 Corinthians 12:12-14 & 19-20 & 27 1 Corinthians 12:1-6 The Godhead distributes Spirit-infused gifts, opportunities for service, and effects. The Godhead _____________ the Body Allocates (Verse 11) Coordinates (Verse 18) Activates (Verse 4-7) The Godhead then: Interprets the situation Instructs the Body on how to respond Initiates movement to the information received How can we, as the BO...

The Lord’s Supper is a Time For: 1. Celebration 1 Corinthians 11:23 Mark 14:22-25 2. Commemoration 1 Corinthians 11:23-25 Ceremony of Remembrance Ceremony of Honor 1 Corinthians 5:7-5 3. Proclamation 1 Corinthians 11:26 Our Need for Salvation Romans 5:6-8 His Way of Salvation 1 Peter 3:18 4. Participation 1 Corinthians 11:27 Fellowship: Close Communion with Christ and One Another 1 Corinthians 10:...