Sunday Sermons

Structure of Proverbs Chapters 1–9:  Why wisdom matters and the choice between wisdom and folly. Chapters 10–30:  Collections of wise sayings covering many areas of life. Chapter 31:  A picture of wisdom lived out in daily life (the "Proverbs 31 woman"). The Foundation of Wisdom Consequences of Rejecting God's Wisdom The Wisdom Pyramid

The Gospel Foundation Born Again Through Christ Communion Baptism Gratitude and Gravity

Barnabas – The Son of Encouragement Encouragement vs. Criticism Signs & Wonders Kingdom Culture

Psalms 127 "I Don't Know" ( Idiotes ) Anxious Toil vs. Divine Architecture Children as Arrows (Psalm 127) The Meaning of Church (Ecclesia) Community as Protection Salvation restores relationship with God AND with others You can be a Christian alone, but you cannot be a church alone Jesus is the chief architect and shepherd of His church The goal isn't building stone structures, b...

Bible Scripture: John 15: 1-17 Abide in Me, Abide in my Love Obey my Commandments How can I love Jesus? Spend time with Him Listen & Obey Gift Him the precious Talk about Him all the time Who is my neighbor? and How can I love them?

John 14:15-31 Why do we need this relationship? How do we enter this relationship? How does this relationship affect us?

  The story of the prodigal son: reframed as "Two Lost Sons"—one lost through rebellion, the other through self-righteous religion. The Younger Son's Journey:  Demands inheritance early (culturally wishing father dead), squanders it, hits rock bottom feeding pigs, and prepares to ask for servant status—but is embraced before finishing his speech. The Father's Response:  Waits daily, runs undignifi...

Mark 16:1-8 The Significance of Sunday Why the Cross Was Necessary What Awaits Believers The Holy Spirit's Role "Sunday people in a Friday world": Death isn't the end—it's the doorway to eternity.

Scripture from Mark 11: Jesus' Entry Into Jerusalem (Palm Sunday) Misaligned Expectations The Fig Tree Incident  Temple Cleansing Main Applications: Don't construct Jesus based on personal/political views Avoid adding requirements to faith that Jesus never required ("yeast of the Pharisees") Jesus wants fruit, not just leaves (genuine faith vs. religious appearance) Surrender our...

Passage: Mark 8:27 - 9:1 Jesus leads disciples from Bethsaida to Caesarea Philippi (3-day uphill journey) Key question posed: "Who do you say I am?" Peter confesses Jesus as the Christ Jesus predicts his suffering, rejection, death, and resurrection Peter rebukes Jesus; Jesus responds "Get behind me, Satan" Teaching on self-denial, taking up the cross, and following Jesus The T...

Scripture: Mark 8:22-26 Main Themes Stories matter  — Familiarity shouldn't diminish the wonder of Scripture Jesus healed in varied ways  — Spitting, mud, spoken word, touch, etc. Two-stage healing is unique  — Only miracle in Scripture done progressively Spiritual clarity develops gradually  — Like the blind man, faith can be partial before becoming clear Honesty with God  — The man spoke tru...

Bible scripture: Luke 17 Honesty Meets Grace David's Example & Jesus in Gethsemane Counting It All Joy Spiritual Maturity Divine Proximity

Sermon on   Mark 7: 1-23 Jesus rebukes Pharisees for valuing human traditions (hand‑washing) over God’s law. Pattern : Churches add extra rules (“hedges”) to protect holiness, but these can become more important than Scripture. Denominational splits  often start over minor issues (dress, worship style, rituals).

Biblical Passage: (Acts 2:42‑47) The four core practices of the early church: Teaching of the apostles Fellowship Breaking of bread  (communion/meals) Prayers

Key Passage: Mark 6:45-52 Jesus' Authority over Time, Distance, Nature, Future, and Destiny. On the Mountainside Shortly before the dawn Take courage, don't be afraid, it is I

Key Passage Mark 6: 30-44 (The Feeding of the Five Thousands) “What do you have in your hands today?” “How many loaves do you have?” (encouraging inventory of gifts) “Why does Mark mention ‘green grass’?” (prompting deeper scriptural study) Trust that God multiplies what is offered to Him. Keep returning to Jesus for rest, guidance, and empowerment rather than trying to solve everything on your ow...

Bible Passage: Mark 6: 7-13 Jesus sends the twelve two‑by‑two, giving them authority over unclean spirits and minimal supplies. Comparison to the Exodus narrative (staff, sandals, belt) and to Numbers 13‑14 (the twelve spies, Caleb’s faith versus the fearful ten). Highlights the symbolic link between the disciples and the twelve tribes of Israel.

Jesus redefines family  – In Mark 3 He says “whoever does God’s will is my brother, sister, and mother,” expanding family from blood ties to a spiritual community of believers. Love is the core of a healthy family  – True family life hinges on intentional, sacrificial love—not just genetics or tradition. Faith‑based bonds surpass biological ones  – The “blood of the Lamb” (Christ’s sacrifice) crea...

Withered Hearts Key Passage: Mark 3:1-6 & 3:22-27 The Expert's Trap: Who is the real JUDGE? The house divided: Plundering the STRONG MAN The Familiarity Trap: Missing the DIVINE The mystery of the MUSTER SEED

Key passage in Mark 2:1‑12 Friends’ faith‑filled action Scribes’ silent doubt Paralytic’s immediate obedience Crowd’s amazement

Scripture Reading Read Luke 2:1‑7 (birth of Jesus in Bethlehem, the census, the manger). Illustration of “King Arrival” Compare the expected triumphant, militaristic Messiah with the humble birth of Jesus. Emphasize that God’s power is shown through love and humility, not force. Historical Context Reference to the Roman Empire’s oppression and Jewish expectations of a warrior‑king (Numbers 24:17)....

Key passage: Luke 2:22‑38 Simeon : Righteous, devout, waiting for the “consolation of Israel.” The Holy Spirit reveals he will not die before seeing the Messiah. He blesses the infant Jesus, proclaiming salvation for all peoples. Anna : Elderly prophetess, lifelong worshiper who never leaves the temple, fasting and praying day and night. She gives thanks and proclaims the Messiah to all awaiting r...

After God's Own Heart Jeremiah 3:15 – God will raise shepherds after His own heart. Acts 20 (especially verses 26‑32) – Paul’s charge to the elders, warning, and encouragement. Brief mentions of Romans 1, Ezekiel 33 (watchman), and 1 Peter 5 (elder/overseer/shepherd terminology). Discussion of the interchangeable terms  elder ,  overseer ,  bishop , and  pastor  in the New Testament. Leadershi...

"Qualified to Go, No Missed Calls with Jesus" Distinction between salvation and calling Biblical examples of the unqualified called (Simon, Andrew, James, and John) ordinary laborers repurposed as “fishers of men.” Paul (Pharisee), Luke (physician), Timothy (young)  – each brought unique, non‑traditional assets. God calls the unqualified God looks for availability Practical application:...

Key Biblical Passage (Mark 1 – Luke 4) Morning:  Jesus teaches in the synagogue and casts out demons (public authority). Afternoon:  He visits Simon Peter’s house; heals Peter’s mother‑in‑law of a high fever (personal, intimate service). Evening:  Crowds bring the sick and demon‑oppressed; Jesus heals many and drives out demons, despite the crowd’s clamor. Spiritual Lessons Value of Both Major &am...