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As Christians "our people" ought to be our brethren in Christ. But many times that is not the case. Thus we ask: what is your "church"? How can it be established so that the church is your "church"? What is Your Church? | Sermon Outline

Excellent! We have come to understand the message of what God has done in Christ. Now we must apply that message to our lives. Applying the Message to Life | Sermon Outline

The message has been spoken. Now it has to be accepted. There's a lot more going on there than you'd imagine. Accepting the Message | Sermon Outline

The Gospel is all about communication. Communication is very multi-layered. We do well to consider it. The Process of Hearing and Understanding | Sermon Outline

So many of our conversations about grace focus on doctrinal concerns. But the grace of God is to profoundly shape and transform our lives. Grace in Life | Outline

So many doctrinal disputations have centered on Paul's theology and how he incorporated faith, works, and grace. We consider how Paul put it all together. Faith, Works, and Grace: Understanding the Pauline Synthesis | Outline

The grace of God is fundamental to our lives, faith, and hope. Pity it isn't discussed more. The Grace of God | Sermon Outline

Jesus is the Christ - the Messiah, the Anointed One. This means He is the King. We have much to gain from understanding Jesus' authority. Jesus the King | The Four Faces of Jesus | Outline | Video | More Information

Jesus is a prophet. Yes, we insist, He is more than a prophet; but He is surely not less. His prophetic role is a crucial part of who He is and what He is about. Jesus the Prophet | The Four Faces of Jesus | Outline | Video | More Information

Jesus frequently referred to Himself as the "Son of Man." He speaks in terms of Daniel's prophecy; but He also affirms His humanity, and we should as well. Jesus, Son of Man | The Four Faces of Jesus | Outline | Video | More Information

Jesus was proclaimed to be the Son of God. Yes, that means He is the King. But with Jesus, it also means much more: He is God the Son! Jesus, Son of God | The Four Faces of Jesus | Outline | Video | More Information

No king of Judah proved as sinful; judgment was rendered against Judah because of it. But Manasseh did repent. We can learn from his example. Manasseh son of Hezekiah | Lessons from Kings | Sermon Outline

Jehoash enjoyed a promising beginning, and did well as long as he was well advised. But then things went wrong very quickly. We do well to heed the warning. Jehoash son of Ahaziah | Lessons From Kings | Sermon Outline

Jehu: agent of God's vengeance and a fast driver. He did well, but could have done better. Jehu, son of Nimshi | Lessons From Kings | Sermon Outline

Jeroboam led Israel astray, and the Kings author makes sure you never forget it. The pattern has been repeated continually ever since. Jeroboam son of Nebat | Lessons From Kings | Sermon Outline

Parents and children have mutual obligations that Paul describes well. Parents and Children | Ephesians 6:1-4 | Sermon Outline Children, obey your parents in the Lord: for this is right. "Honor thy father and mother" (which is the first commandment with promise), "that it may be well with thee, and thou mayest live long on the earth." And, ye fathers, provoke not your children to wrath: but nurtur...

Husbands should love their wives; wives should respect their husbands. Paul has a lot to say about them in terms of Christ and the church. Husbands and Wives | Ephesians 5:22-33 | Sermon Outline Wives, be in subjection unto your own husbands, as unto the Lord. For the husband is the head of the wife, as Christ also is the head of the church, being himself the saviour of the body. But as the church...

It is deeply lamentable how single people are made to feel like second-class citizens of the Kingdom. Single Christians are beloved by God and ought to set their hope on Christ in the resurrection. They are to find support and strength from the community of the people of God. Serving God While Single | Relationships | Sermon Outline

Why do we need strength? Where can we find such strength? Reconnect: Strength | Sermon Outline

Can we really do this on our own? How can we find support in God and in one another? Reconnect: Support | Sermon Outline

Why do we yearn for acceptance and belonging? How can we accept one another? Reconnect: Acceptance | Sermon Outline

Why do we seek love? Where do we find what is true love? Reconnect: Love | Sermon Outline

To whom does Jesus direct the parable of the prodigal son? Is the parable about the prodigal son or about the older brother? The Parable of the Prodigal Son and the Older Brother | Luke 15:11-32 | Sermon Outline