The Portable Pastor Podcast

God Ordered Humanity   Points: 1.     Because humans were sinful, men are now to be the spiritual leaders.            a.     Gen. 1:26-28; 3:16-19 2.    Men and women are created to complement one another.            a.     Ephesians 5:1-2; 21-33 3.     A Pastor is defined in the Bible.            a.     1 Timothy 3:1-7; Titus 1:9; Acts 20:28; 1 Peter 5:2-3; 2 Timothy 4:2 4.     The office of Past...

In today's episode, we will cover the history of Baptists and the Southern Baptist Convention. We will also cover some highlights of the 2022 SBC annual meeting and question the leadership's leftward drift. The big question, though, is do we leave the convention or stay in it and fight for conservatism? Enjoy!

Christ’s New Law   3 Law Sets 1.     Patriarchal law – Romans 2:14-15 2.     Mosaic Law - Exodus 19:5-6 3.     The Law of Christ - Galatians 3:23-28   3 Law Changes 1.     Jesus fulfilled Mosaic Law - Matthew 5:17 2.     Jesus ended Patriarchal law - Acts 10: 34-35, 43 3.      Jesus replaced Mosaic Law and Patriarchal Law with the Law of Christ. - Ephesians 2:12-19   What does this mean for me and...

The Beatitudes - Persecuted for Righteousness Matthew 5:10–12  About the persecution: 1.     It has a cause (v 10) 2.     It separates you (v 10) 3.     It is a certainty (v 11) 4.     It associates you (v 11) 5.     It is not personal (vs 11-12) 6.     It benefits you (v 12)   Responding to persecution: 1.     Expect it (v 12) 2.     Exult in it (vs 13 - 14)  3.     Examine it (v 15) 4.     Embra...

The Beatitudes - Pure in Heart Matthew 5:8 Let me ask you something. Like the Jews, are you trying to save your own space in heaven with God? If so, you are not going to make it. That destiny is not gained by your works, even righteous works. In fact, that destiny is not gained by law-abiding people. A heavenly destiny is only gained by those who are pure of heart. Only they will see God. This is...

The Beatitudes – Merciful Matthew 5:7 “Blessed are the merciful, for they shall receive mercy.” 6  Truths from the Bible about Mercy 1.     Grace and mercy are not interchangeable terms. Hebrews 4:16  2.     Forgiveness is only a part of mercy. Ephesians 2:4-5  3.     Love can exist without mercy. Ephesians 1:4-5  4.     Mercy is paid for by the one who gives it. Isaiah 53:5  5.     The dispensing...

The Beatitudes: Hunger and Thirst for Righteousness Matthew 5:6 Presuppositions: 1.     All people desire things.  2.     Not every desire will be fulfilled. 3.     Not every fulfilled desire is fully satisfying.   K ey terms: 1.     Hunger and thirst 2.     Righteousness 3.     Satisfied  T he point:   You will desire many things. Many of those desires will never happen and those that do may only...

The Gospel That Saves 1 Cor. 15:1-8   8 False Gospels and the Truth of Scripture 1.     Works gospel – Ephesians 2:8-9 2.     Moral gospel – Romans 3:9-11  3.     Prosperity gospel – Matthew 8:20  4.     Self-help gospel – Philippians 1:6 5.     Signs and wonders gospel - John 4:48 6.     Feel good gospel – John 16:33 7.     Social Justice gospel – John 6:35 8.     American gospel  - John 18:36  ...

The Arrival of Jesus Matthew 21, Mark 11, Luke 19, John 12   6 things I learned this week about the triumphal entry: 1.     The triumphant entrance is 1 of only 10 events recorded in all four gospels.  2.     Jesus had the disciples retrieve two donkeys.  3.     The disciples proclaimed Jesus to be the Messiah, but the Jews in Jerusalem introduced Him as a prophet.  4.     The Mount of Olives was...

The Beatitudes: Meekness Matthew 5:5 Meekness - Mildness of disposition or gentleness of spirit, humble towards God and others   The disciples understood meekness in two ways: 1.     Being able to control your strength, your words, and your emotions in order to deal gently with others. 2.     Remaining humble enough to receive God’s direction, discipline, equipping, etc.      How does this apply t...

The Beatitudes: In Mourning Matthew 5:4 “Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted.”   Key terms: ·       Blessed – Happiness from having God’s favor.  ·       Mourning – to grieve  ·       Comforted– to call one to one’s side for the encouraging, consoling, or strengthening of another.  7 things that keep people from mourning over their sin. 1.     Elevated evil 2.     Arrogant asse...

The Beatitudes:  Poor in Spirit Matthew 5:1-3 Understand Dispensationalism. Why study the Sermon on the Mount? 1.     The account reveals God’s values (5:3-16) 2.     The account tells of our savior’s purpose (5:17-20) 3.     The account identifies sin (5:21-48) 4.     The account gives instruction for godly living (6:1-7:6) 5.     The account teaches how God cares (7:7-11) 6.     The account give...

Matthew 4:23-25 Jesus Makes an Impact  Three kinds of impacts: 1.     A personal impact  2.     A community impact 3.     A global impact    Points: 1.     The ministry of Jesus included teaching, preaching and healing.  2.     The teaching and preaching of Jesus always included the gospel.  3.     The ministry of Jesus had a huge sphere of influence.    Application: 1.     Formulate a right theol...

Disciples are Called to Follow Matthew 4:18-22    “The Synoptic Gospels” and the “The Synoptic Problem”     Two reasons for four gospels: 1.     To get a fuller understanding of the life and teachings of Christ  2.     To give credibility to the other accounts  Five callings on the first disciples: 1.     Phase one (John 1:35-51) – Call to salvation 2.     Phase two (Matthew 4:18-22) – Call to fol...

Jesus Begins His Ministry Matthew 4:12-17   Biblical Points 1.     Jesus did what He was sent to do on time and in the right places. Vs 12-14 2.     Some of the acts of Jesus were mandated by scripture. Vs 14-15 3.     Jesus was a light in the darkness. V 16 4.     Jesus preached repentance. V 17  Application: 1.     Serve where God has placed you. 2.     Obey the scriptures. 3.     Shine light in...

Jesus Tempted: Lust of The Eyes Matthew 4:8-11   Biblical Points: 1.     Temptation is not a one-time event. (v 8) 2.     The devil will offer you something that is not his to give. (v 9) 3.     Thinking through the “ifs” of materialism can lead to sin. (v 9) 4.     Jesus can tell the devil what to do. (vs. 10-11) 5.     Jesus passed the tests and overcame the temptations.    Application: When it...

Christians Show Love 1 Cor. 13   1.     An unloving Christian is useless. (vs. 1-3) a.     An unloving Christian is annoying. (1)  b.     The gifts of an unloving Christian are worthless. (2) c.      The religious works of an unloving Christian gain nothing. (3)   2.     Love is befitting of a Christian. (4-8a) a.     A Christian is focused on others. (4-5) b.     A Christian is displeased with si...

Jesus Tested: Lust of the Flesh Matthew 4:1-4  Biblical Points 1.     The best place to be is where the Holy Spirit has led you. 2.     The best the devil can do is to attack at your pressure points. 3.     The best defense against temptation is God’s word.    Application 1.     Be comforted: God understands your weaknesses.  2.     Be vigilant: The devil is busy. 3.     Be reading: God’s Word is...

The Baptism of Jesus Matthew 3:13-17 Why was Jesus baptized?  1.     To identify with sinners.  2.     To symbolize the substitution He would make for sinners.  3.     To offer a thesis statement to His ministry.  4.     To set an example for believers.  Application #1. Jesus doesn’t need you to protect His reputation.   Application #2. You never need question the actions of Jesus.   Application #...

Baptism: A Fruit of Righteousness Matthew 3:5-10  Points from the passage: 1.     True baptism points to the confession of sin. 2.     Unrighteous church leaders infect others with religious poison. 3.     Righteousness requires repentance.  4.     Status is worthless without righteousness. 5.     God will not tolerate fruitless lives. The Main Point of the passage: Baptism is a fruit of righteous...

The Message of John the Baptist Matthew 3:1-4 Identify with John the Baptist. 1.     The presence of God should make you excited.  2.     You are called by God.  3.     You are placed by God.  4.     Sometimes you will be weird.    Listen to his message. 1.     You should repent to align with God’s plans.  2.     The kingdom is here. 

The Family History of Christ Matthew 1:1-17  1.     The intention is more than a simple history report.      a.     The list is an incomplete compilation.      b.     The list includes women and gentiles. 2.     The lineage transcends the family tree of Jesus.      a.     The lineage is written with Jewish prophecy in mind.      b.     Jesus is the fulfillment of God’s promises.      c.      The l...

Christmas in the OT: The Accuracy of Prophecy Matthew 1 and 2  Matthew 1:1, 22-25 1.     Genesis 12:3 – Jesus would come through the line of Abraham. - Matthew 1:1 2.     Isaiah 7:14 – Jesus would be born of a virgin. – Matthew 1:22-25   Matthew 2:1-12   3.     Micah 5:2 – Jesus would be born in Bethlehem. – Matthew 2:1 4.     Numbers 24:17 – A star would point to Jesus – Matthew 2:1-2 5.     Psal...

Christmas in the OT: The Realization of a Covenant Genesis 12:1-4a, 2 Samuel 7:16, Isaiah 9:6-7, Luke 1:26-33  The Main Point - The covenant God made with Abraham ran through the line of David, was reiterated by Old Testament prophecy, which was fulfilled by Christ, and has affected us .  1.     The covenant with Abraham - Genesis 12:1-4a 2.     Through the line of David - 2 Samuel 7:8-16 3.     R...

Christmas in the OT: The Fulfillment of a Promise Genesis 3; Isaiah 52:10, 13-14; Isaiah 53:1-6  Why do we need a Savior? Genesis 3:1-7      ·       The devil did what the devil has always done.      ·       Every living person committed every type of sin.       ·       The fig leaves were only a figurative covering.  Genesis 3:8-13      ·       They were wise enough to hide, by dumb enough to thi...