Kenmore Presbyterian Church

Matthew 13:24-30, 36-43 Encouraged by the Kingdom of Heaven’s... ...humble beginnings ...continuous growth even amidst evil ...fixed destination Preacher: Rayk Platzek

Trust and Anxiety Matthew 6:19-34 Treasure on earth or treasure in heaven? Life of anxiety or life of peace? Hearts that trust or hearts that doubt? Growing in trust (Preacher: Thom Herbert) Youth Group Notes What is ONE thing that’s interesting from today’s sermon, one question to keep thinking about and one thing to pray about? Interesting: Question: Pray:

ALL AUTHORITY Matthew 28:16-20 (The Great Commission) (Jesus’ authority comforts, empowers and ensures his work continues in the world) Point 1: Jesus’ authority comforts and assures Point 2: Jesus authority shows us he is God Point 3: Jesus’ authority ensures the future of his work Preacher: Stephen Young

Jesus' Teaching: Christian Relationships Matthew 7:1-12 Three warnings... 1. Don't be judgemental (v1-5) 2. Don't be undiscerning 3. DO persist in approaching your Father in Heaven (v7-12) The Christian Life (5:16, 5:48, 6:1, 6:20...) (Preacher: Steve Blencowe) Youth Group Notes What is ONE thing that’s interesting from today’s sermon, one question to keep thinking about and one thing to pray abou...

JESUS’ TEACHING: THE CHRISTIAN LIFE Matthew 5:1-7:29 (Bible Reading: 5:1-12 & 7:24-29) The Good Life!? As followers of Jesus we: give up everything to live for Jesus (4:12-25) and seek to build our lives on Jesus and his word (7:24ff) That means we will: stand out (5:16) aim for perfection (5:48) guard our motives (6:1) live for heaven (6:20) … Are you living the Good Life? (Preacher: Steve Bl...

Jesus' Teaching: Christian Ambition Matthew 6:19-34 Home is where the heart is... Remember where home is... where your treasure is, there you heart is (19-21) ambition reveals your heart (22-23) you can't serve two masters (24) ... and you won't have a worry in the world food, drink and clothes... worrying doesn't help (v25-27) God cares (v28-30) remember where your home is! (v31-34) Where is your...

The Light Shines in the Darkness Matthew 4:12-25 1. Jesus preaches "repentance" as we approach the Sermon on the Mount 2. This repentance is for ALL nations 3. Jesus went to GALILEE as the Light that exposes the darkness (We need the Light to Repent)

The Word of God is a MIGHTY Weapon (Matthew 4:1-11) Main Point: Jesus shows us that the devil has been disarmed Point 1: The devil is real Point 2: Jesus shows us that he’s been defeated Point 3: He does this with the Word of God (Preacher: Stephen Young)

Jesus’ Teaching: Christian Religion Matthew 6:1-18 1. A matter of motives... motinves matter! . . 2. Secrecy safe-guards sincerity as you give as you pray as you fast . . Christian Religion? . (Preacher: Steve Blencowe) Youth Group Notes What is ONE thing that’s interesting from today’s sermon, one question to keep thinking about and one thing to pray about? Interesting: Question: Pray:

Jesus’ Teaching: Christian Obedience Matthew 5:17-48 (Reading: 5:17-48) 1. Be perfect... as your heavenly Father is perfect!! . . 2. Jesus wants maximum devotion, not minimum compliance . (Preacher: Steve Blencowe) Youth Group Notes What is ONE thing that’s interesting from today’s sermon, one question to keep thinking about and one thing to pray about? Interesting: Question: Pray:

From Warning to Hope (Matthew 3) 1.    John’s Message and ministry 2. Why was Jesus baptized by John? (Preacher: Rayk Platzek)

Three Responses to the King (Matthew 2) Main Point: What you think about the person of Jesus really matters Point 1: The Magi come to WORSHIP king Jesus Point 2: Herod tries to KILL king Jesus Point 3: The Chief Priests and Teachers of the Law IGNORE king Jesus Point 4: Jesus reveals hearts... (Preacher: Stephen Young)

Jesus’ Teaching: Attractive Christianity  Matthew 4:12-5:16 (Reading: 5:1-17)  1. Jesus calls people to follow him (4:18-25)  2. This is what it’s like as a follower of Jesus (5:1-16)  you are blessed  you already have it all  with much to look forward to  you can expect to be persecuted  but keep pointing others to Jesus  3. Are you living The Christia...

Trouble in the Nativity? (Matthew 1:18-25) Main Point: Even a "righteousness man" needs God's intervention... Point 1: Mary’s pregnancy leaves Joseph stuck between a rock and a hard place… Point 2: Joseph’s decision affects a whole lot more than just himself… (could Joseph end God's plan of salvation?) Point 3: God intervenes – and Joseph obeys (Preacher: Stephen Young)

The Trinity John 14:1-21 What do we need to know about the Trinity? God the Father... God the Son... God the Holy Spirit... Why does it matter? (Preacher: Steve Blencowe) Youth Group Notes What is ONE thing that’s interesting from today’s sermon, one question to keep thinking about and one thing to pray about? 1. Interesting: 2. Question: 3. Pray:

The Identity of Jesus (Matthew 1:1-17)  Main Point: God uses broken people to fulfil his purposes  Point 1: Matthew is extremely concerned with the identity of Jesus  Point 2: Genealogies are very important!  Point 3: God uses a messy family tree to bring about his purposes (Preacher: Stephen Young)

Clear on What We’re Doing Ephesians 4:11-16 1.    Loving and serving our Church... 2.    …is easier when we know who we are and what we’re doing: a. we are a Bible teaching Church that seeks to grow followers of Jesus b. so we each want to: grow in knowing Jesus, grow in living for Jesus, and grow in making Jesus known 3.    And this is how it works… Ep...

2022-01-30 1 Peter 4:1-11 Steve Young The Character of the Church (Night Church) The Character of the Church (1 Peter 4:1-11) Main Point: Our Church should be characterised by loving service of one another - for God's glory Point 1: Our character is shaped by what has been done Point 2: Our character is shaped by what is to come Point 3: Our character is shown in loving service of one another

Clear on Who We Are Bible Reading: Colossians 3:1-17 Let’s be clear on who we are as a Church (even during a pandemic!) 1.    We have been made ALIVE in Jesus… 2.    We GATHER around Jesus and His Gospel… 3.    We seek to GROW FOLLOWERS OF JESUS… - by growing in KNOWING Jesus   - growing in LIVING FOR Jesus   - growing in SHARING THE...

The Aroma of Christ 2 Corinthians 2:14-3:18 Sharing and growing the Gospel relies on: - A victorious saviour not victorious messenger - The power of God not the competence of the messenger - A glorious message, not a glorious messenger Preacher: Thom Herbert Youth Group Notes What is ONE thing that’s interesting from today’s sermon, one question to keep thinking about and one thing to pray about?...

Pray for each other .. really! 1 John 5:13-21 Another tricky passage? A letter written to reassure Christians Christians should pray with confidence (v14-15) We should pray for Christians who sin! (v16) But not for … ?  (v16-17) And keep ourselves from idols! (v21)

WHAT TO BELIEVE AND WHAT NOT TO… 1 John 4:1-6 1. What to believe and what not to 2. How to tell the difference comes from the world comes from God 3. And the reassurance that comes with getting it right thoughts on tackling a tricky text ? Preacher: Steve Blencowe Youth Group Notes What is ONE thing that’s interesting from today’s sermon, one question to keep thinking about and one thing to pray a...

Loving Life 1 John 3:11-4:1 John writes to Christians who need to know they are alive… Love for brothers and sisters in Christ is a sign of being alive in Christ it will mark us out as different to the world it’s part of being obedient children of God Are YOU alive and loving? Preacher: Steve Blencowe

Know You’re Alive! 1 John 1:1-2:11 Know you have eternal life (5:13) A life in fellowship with God  (1:1-4) A life of walking in the light growing awareness of sin (1:5-2:2) and growing obedience (2:3-6) A life of love (2:7-11) You’ll know you’re really living when…. Preacher: Steve Blencowe

Who do YOU see in the Manger? Philippians 2:5-11 1. God in human form? 2. A humble servant, obedient to death? 3. Now exalted, as Lord over all? 4. Who do YOU see in the manger? Dear God Sorry, for ignoring you. Thank you, for sending Jesus to obediently live as a man, and die my death for me. Please, forgive me and change me, to live for you. Amen Preacher: Steve Blencowe