Kenmore Presbyterian Church

Faith that doesn't save!  James 2:14-26 1. 'Faith' that cannot save (James 2:14-20) a useless example (v14-17) the ultimate example of 'faith' that cannot save (v19) 2. Faith that saves (James 2:18-26) faith and actions - "don't just say it, do it!" (v18) two examples of faith that saves Abraham (v20-24 see also Gen 12:1-4, 22:1-20, Heb 11:17-19) Rahab (v25-26 see also Joshua 2:8-13) 3. what...

The Gospel Flatters No-one!  James 1:19-27 1.  Be quick to listen... v19-20 to the implanted word v21 the perfect law that gives freedom v25 (Jeremiah 31:33) 2.   ... to the truth...   v21 the truth that doesn't not flatter but the truth that saves 3.  And keep walking...  v22-25 ... not just talking  v26-27 Preacher: Steve Blencowe

James 4 - "You do not even know what will happen tomorrow": Thinking about 2021 This passage is for everybody Your life is a like a mist Therefore we ought to say “if it’s the Lord’s will” Preacher: Steve Young

Repentance at Christmas? (Bible Reading: Luke 3:1-18) John Prepared the way for God's salvation by warning of judgement and calling for repentance John explained what repentance might look like Jesus IS God's salvationhe is also judge and he demands repentance Do you understand what repentance looks like? Preacher: Steve Blencowe

Peace at Christmas Bible Reading Luke 2:8-20 Peace and quiet Peace with God Peace inside Peace with people Check it out and tell everyone 6 Dec - Luke 1 - Jesus is for real 13 Dec - Luke 2 - Peace at Christmas 20 Dec - Luke 3 - Faith at Christmas 25 Dec - Have a Mary Christmas!! (Luke 10) Preacher: Rodney Brydon

“If only I could meet the right person" (Bible Reading: Colossians 3:1-4, Corinthians 7:1-16) 1. What do people mean? 2. What does the Bible say? 3. Where does that leave us? Sayings people live by: Talk 1: "so long as you're happy" Talk 2: "be true to yourself" Talk 3: "if only I could meet the right person" Preacher: Steve Blencowe

“Be True To Yourself" (Bible Reading: Romans 1:18-32) 1.What do people mean? 2. What does the Bible say? 3. Where does that leave us? Sayings people live by: Talk 1: "so long as you're happy" Talk 2: "be true to yourself" Talk 3: "if only I could meet the right person" Preacher: Steve Blencowe

"So long as you're happy..." (Bible Reading: Matthew 5:1-12) 1. What do people mean?"So long as you're happy, that's the main thing?" 2. What does the Bible say? What does Jesus say about being happy? 3. Where does that leave us? Don't live for short-term happiness! Sayings people live by: Talk 1: "so long as you're happy" Talk 2: "be true to yourself" Talk 3: "if only I could meet the right...

But you, keep your head in all situations… 2  Timothy 3:1-4:8    Why “keep your head”? (3:1-5, 13, 4:3-4) “there will be terrible times in the last days” 3:1     How do we ‘keep our heads’? - the remedy (3:10, 14-17) What is at stake? - the faithful transmission of the Gospel (4:1-8)       2 Timothy so far… A Gospel Heart 1:1-7,...

The Power of Words… 2  Timothy 2:14-26    The power of words…  DON’T -   quarrel about words v14 -   be drawn into godless chatter v16 -   have anything to do with foolish and stupid arguments v23   DO -   remind, warn and gently instruct v14, v25 -   correctly handle the truth v15    Words that lead to repentance and godli...

Guard the Gospel 2 Timothy 2:1-13 1.    Stay strong in the Gospel 2.    And pass it on 2 Timothy so far: 11 Oct - A Gospel Heart 1:1-7, 4:9-22 18 Oct - Don’t be ashamed of the Gospel 1:5-18 25 Oct - Guard the Gospel 2:1-13 Preacher: Steve Blencowe

Do not be ashamed of the Gospel! 2 Timothy 1:5-18 1.    Don’t be ashamed of the gospel of Jesus 2.    But share in suffering for the gospel Preacher: Steve Blencowe 

A Gospel Heart? 2 Timothy 1:1-7 & 4:9-22  1. Genuine joy, sincere faith, Gospel heritage … 2. … and a willingness to suffer for the Gospel … 3. … while working together to see the Gospel of Jesus fully proclaimed Does all that describe us? Preacher: Steve Blencowe

Trusting God When Life is Hard  (Isaiah 36-67) Bible Reading Isaiah 36:1 - 37:7 Trust God when things are difficult (36:1-22) because God has not abandoned you (36:1-12) because God alone works for our good (36:13-22) Trust God to hear your prayers (37:1-20) because we are powerless (37:1-4) because God's word is powerful (37:5-7) because there is no one like God (37:14-20) Trust God to achie...

As we have opportunity, let us do good: what it means to be Spiritual Galatians 5:25-6:10 Point 1: Let us do good to all people (the extension of the fruit of the Spirit) Point 2: Bearing each other's burdens (in humility) Point 3: Bearing each other's burdens in covid-times Preacher: Steve Young

Come, Lord Jesus Revelation 21:9-22:21 Bible Reading: 21:9-221.  Revelation recap: a letter to Christians caught in the overlap of the ages a vision with multiple scenes – like camera angles on 2. The final scene: The Preview - God will make everything new (21:1-8) The Final Scene: The fulfilment of all hope (21:9-22:6) God’s city (21:10-21 - Ezekiel 48:30-34, Isaiah 54:11-12)  God’s san...

Behind The Scenes  (Revelation 19:11-21:8) 1. Part of the Bible where Christians differ 2. It is another look behind the scenes... 3. Visions which challenge and reassure Christians as we serve the King of Kings and Lord of Lords Preacher: Steve Blencowe

Freedom to Serve  (Galatians 5:13-26) 1. Through Christ, we are free to live a life of loving (and willing) service of one another  2. This Spirit-led freedom helps us love our neighbour as ourself…  3. … therefore, keep in step with the Spirit. Preacher: Steve Young

The Fall of Babylon – Again!  Revelation 17:1-19:10  Another ‘scene’ in the vision John saw and recorded for the churches  Some background: The name ‘Babylon’ out-lives the city itself  Genesis 11:1-9  Isaiah 14:12-15  1 Peter 5:13  In Revelation 17-19 we see the fall of ‘Babylon’… But who or what does she represent?  This scene in the vision motivates us to...

God Knows How to Judge!  Revelation 15:5-16:21    God’s wrath is real… and reasonable  The scenes in Revelation are not chronological, but they are connected:  trouble sweeps the word (seven seals),  God warns (seven trumpets),  God punishes (seven bowls).  Each scene portrays the situation now and the at the return of Christ  Consider the reality of th...

What do we have to fear?  Revelation 11:19- 15:5  Bible Reading: Revelation 12:1-12  The war is won But battle continues…  for a time  What do we have to fear? Preacher: Steve Blencowe

A Message For Those Who Are Waiting   Revelation 6-11 (Reading: chapter 6:1-7:4 and 11:15-18)    A message for those who are waiting for Jesus  Jesus triumphs over tyranny and terror  Seven Seals (6:1-8:5)  And Jesus conquers chaos and catastrophe  Seven Trumpets (8:6-11:19)  So, patiently persevere with your faith fixed on Jesus! Preacher: Steve Blencowe

The Control Room of The Universe  Revelation 4-5 (Reading: chapter 4)  John sees a vision of the control room of the universe…  God is worthy of all praise and worship (4:1-11)  The Lamb is worthy to open the scroll!! (5:1-10)  … and the Lamb is worthy of all praise and worship (5:11-14)  This revelation of Jesus is an encouragement to see the world from God’s perspec...

Whoever Has Ears – Let Them Hear  Revelation 1:12-3:22 (Reading 1:12-2:7)   A letter from Jesus A letter to Christians caught in the overlap of the ages  A letter which encourages all Christians to listen and be victorious Preacher: Steve Blencowe

Don’t Be Afraid of Reading Revelation  Revelation 1  Don’t be afraid of reading Revelation  It is ALL about JESUS the King/Christ  It’s a letter to Christians who need to patiently endure Preacher: Steve Blencowe