Love – First Baptist Church Dunkirk NY

Scripture: Luke 15:11–32 Father’s Character v. 12 Patient and kind v. 17 Generous v. 20 Optimistic & expectant v. 20 Compassionate v. 20 Took action v. 20 Not afraid of emotions v. 22 Forgave vs. Lecture v. 22 Generous v. 23 Celebrated & enjoyed Shared Gospel (Good News) Proactive pursuit Two Sons’ Characters Younger Son […]

Scripture: 1 Samuel 1-2 Intro Hannah’s name literally means grace which we understand as God’s undeserved favor. When God shows grace to people, they are blessed and realize they have not done anything to earn or deserve it. Hannah was shown grace by God and she in turn is a picture of grace in the […]

Scripture: Ruth 1-4 Love Biblical love is a choice. It’s action over emotion. Naomi chose to bring Orpah & Ruth. Ruth chose to love her mother-in-law, her people, and her God. Resolve Naomi moved back to Bethlehem. Ruth chose to work & provide. Boaz favored Ruth, a foreigner, a widow. Ruth followed Jewish customs and […]

Scripture: Ephesians 5:1-7 Intro Have you ever heard someone say “do what I say, not what I do?” Like it or not, children learn from their parents actions more than their words. Paul has no problem telling us to imitate God because He is the perfect example. In Ephesians 5 this morning, Paul tells us […]

Scripture: John 19:16-30 Jesus Endured the Cross Jesus carried the cross to Golgotha Jesus was nailed to the cross Jesus was crucified between two sinners. Why?   Because He loves us! “For God so loved the world, that he gave his only Son, that whoever believes in him should not perish but have eternal life.” – […]

Scripture: Ephesians 3:14-21 Model Prayer Paul prays with boldness & confidence Access to God through faith in Jesus Pray humbly Pray for strength, love, and fullness Strength Power of the Holy Spirit – spiritual not physical Ps. 28:7 – Trusting God & giving thanks Isaiah 41:10 – Remember His presence 2 Cor 12:9-10 – Humbly […]

Scripture: Various Love in the Manger Love is not a squishy feeling. Love is choosing the do the best thing for another because you choose to love them. Love is action, not just words. Love on the Cross Jesus came to seek and save the lost. Jesus wept over lost people. Jesus loved His disciples […]

Scripture: Micah 7 Where have all the godly gone? * Woe not Woah! * Brown & empty fields * Tangled web we weave * Briers & thorns * Watchmen call out your warning! * Watch out for closest friends & family Wait for the Lord * But God has something much better * Romans 5:7-8 […]

Scripture: John 17 Jesus Glorified God Those given to the Son are saved Not universalism – “all are saved” John 1:1-2 The Son always existed Glorifying God: Showing people what God is like through your own thoughts, words, & actions. God gives disciples to Jesus “Gave” repeated 3x “Given: repeated 6x Disciples (believers) are given […]

Scripture: John 13: 31-35 Series ‌ We are in a series for the summer based on Jesus’ final instructions to His disciples. His three-year earthly ministry was coming to a close, and He knew that his death, burial, and resurrection were imminent. He wanted to prepare His disciples for what was coming next and for […]