The Calvary Newsline

Scriptures: Psalm 1:1-6, Matthew 7:13-14, 1 John 2:15-16, 1 Timothy 6:10, 2 Corinthians 10:5, 1 Corinthians 15:33 The Way of the Wicked: 1. Naturalism - rejects faith 2. Relativism -  there is no absolute truth 3. Materialism - needing material items for joy 4. Hedonism - the pursuit of pleasure is the highest aim How to Guard Against the Way of the Wicked: 1. Drink with a filter. 2. Guard who inf...

Scriptures: Psalm 1:1-6, James 4:8, John 15:16, 1 Corinthians 3:13-15, Hebrews 12:1-2, Psalm 92:12-15, Ezekiel 47:12 2 Words for Blessed in Hebrew: Baruch Ashray Points: 1. Position 2. Productivity 3. Perseverance

Scriptures: Revelation 21:4, Romans 8:10, Romans 8:22-25, Revelation 20:12, 1 John 5:11-13, Ephesians 5:1-2 Points: We will live in a new place. We will live in a new way. We will be judged according to what we have done with our lives. Judgement will happen for all people. If you know Jesus, you join the new heaven and new earth. The ABC's: A -Always B -Be C -Christ like + A -Admit B -Believ...

Scriptures: Colossians 3:15, Luke 2:14, Colossians 1:19-21, Psalm 3:3, Romans 12:17-18 Points: 1. Peace with God 2. Inner Peace 3. Peace with Others

Scriptures: Matthew 5:9, Luke 2:14, Isaiah 2:4, James 3:16, Proverbs 25:15 Points 1. Peace will reign when sin is gone 2. Bring peace into your world Traits of a Peacemaker 1. Determined 2. Humble 3. Rooted 4. Gracious “Peace with God leads us to make peace like God.” - Tim Challies

Scriptures: Luke 2:14, Isaiah 9:6-7, Philippians 4:6-7, Psalm 103:2, Psalm 4:8 Ecclesiastes 1:18 Points: 1. Repent 2. Pray 3. Give Thanks 4. Slow Down 5. Reduce the Noise

Scriptures: Luke 2:14, Roman 5:1, Numbers 6:24-26, Colossians 1:21, Romans 5:2  Points: 1. What prevents me from having peace of with God? 2. How can I have peace with God? - Substitutionary Atonement 3. How can I experience peace with God?

Scriptures: John 21:4-19, 1 Corinthians 11:27-28 Points: 1. Restoration 2. Recommissioning

Scriptures: John 20:31, John 19:33-38a Points: 1. A kingdom that can’t be stopped 2. A truth that can’t be ignored 3. A question that can’t be dodged

Scriptures: John 11:1-7, John 11:17-27, Psalm 34:18, 1 Thessalonians 4:13 Points: 1. His Presence 2. A Promise 3. Perspective

Scriptures: John 9:1-12, John 9:25, John 9:34-41, Psalm 27:10, 2 Corinthians 5:17 Points: 1. His compassion is unending. 2. His power is overwhelming. 3. His glory is revealing.

Scriptures: John 5:1-18, John 5:40 Points: This miracle and conversation confirm some basic thoughts about miracles and therefore about God: 1. This miracle confirms a basic definition of miracles. 2. This miracle confirms a basic question about miracles. 3. This miracle confirms a basic conclusion about miracles. Cont. - God is confirming who He is. - God is chasing us. - God is confronting spiri...

Scriptures: John 4:4-24, John 4:25-26, Jeremiah 2:13, John 1:18 Points: 1. We have a spiritual thirst that can only be quenched by Jesus. 2. Before Jesus pours out living water, He has to prepare the vessel. 3. Worship flows from a relationship with Jesus.

Scriptures: John 1:43-51, Psalm 34:8, Hebrews 11:6 Points: 1. Jesus exceeds our expectations. 2. Jesus knows you. 3. Through Jesus, we experience God’s power and goodness.

Scriptures: Ephesians 4:11-13, 2 Timothy 2:2, 2 Corinthians 12:4-7 Points: 1. We must be contributors and not just consumers. 2. We are equipped for ministry. 3. We mature as we do ministry.

Scriptures: Ephesians 2:8-9, 2 Corinthians 3:18, 1 Timothy 4:7-8, 1 Thessalonians 5:14-15 Points: Biblically rooted believer: - How is God’s Word shaping your beliefs and behavior? Deeply Connected Friend: - How are you pursuing meaningful friendships within the body of Christ? Missions Minded Servant: - How are you serving others and sharing the gospel? Faithful Disciple Maker: -  How are you int...

Scriptures: Luke 14:25-26, Luke 14:27-33 Points: 1. Being fully devoted demands allegiance 2. Being fully devoted involves suffering 3. Being fully devoted requires sacrifice

Scriptures: Ephesians 6:10-18. Hebrews 4:16, Romans 8:26-27, Colossians 4:12 Quote: “Prayer is a wartime walkie-talkie. It is not a domestic intercom to ring up the butler to bring another comfort to the den. Instead, prayer is a call to the General for cover fire while we go to the city.” - John Piper Points: 1. Pray with all kinds of prayers and requests. 2. Pray at all times. 3. Pray in the Spi...

Scriptures: Ephesians 6:10-18, 2 Peter 1:20-21, 2 Timothy 3:16, Psalm 29:7, 1 Corinthians 11:27-28 Fighter Verses: Psalm 46:1-2, Revelation 12:11, Galatians 2:20, Psalm 27:13, Colossians 2:15 Points: 1. Raise you shield of faith when the devil’s flaming arrows are raining down on you. 2. Strike the enemy with the sword of the Spirit.

Scriptures: Ephesians 6:10-18, Ephesians 3:1-3, Colossians 3:16, John 5:39-47, Proverbs 4:23, 2 Corinthians 5:21, Psalm 25:21 Points: 1. The belt of truth enables you to remain agile. 2. The breastplate of righteousness safeguards our heart.

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-18, Romans 12:2, John 3:16, Colossians 1:21, Romans 5:1-2, 1 John 5:13, 2 Corinthians 5:17 Quote: “Salvation is when God rescues you from sin and gives you eternal life through faith in Jesus.” Points: 1. Knowing who you are in Christ and what you have in salvation protects your mind. 2. Peace with God gives you stability in the minds of the battle.

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-18, Revelation 12:7-9, Ephesians 6:13, Colossians 2:15, Revelation 12:12, James 4:7, 2 Corinthians 10:3-5 “Beneath the surface, an unseen spiritual battle is raging” - John Stott Points: Spiritual warfare is real. 1. The war has been won, but battles remain. 2. Spiritual battles require spiritual weapons.

Scripture: Luke 18:9-14, Romans 3:21-24, Romans 12:3, Isaiah 66:2 “Being humble begins with understanding who you are in light of who God is.” Points: 1. Reverence 2. Repentance 3. Respect

Scripture: Luke 15:11-32, Romans 3:23, Romans 10:13, 2 Corinthians 5:17 Parable: a Fictitious but realistic story that communicates a spiritual truth. Points: 1. The lost son.  A. Admit you’re a sinner, lost in need of a savior. B. Believe in Jesus. C. Commit to live as a follower of Jesus. 2. The older son. What is our relationship like with God the Father?

Scripture: Luke 10:25-37, Luke 6:35-36 Points: 1. Mercy overcomes boundaries I can show mercy to ____ 2. Mercy requires action I can show mercy by ____ Quotes: “I obey Christ when I act mercifully to outsiders” “Mercy is seeing a need and doing something about it.”