Westside Church of Redding Sermons

BIG IDEA : Christian love is to be expressed fuller , and finer , until its finished fruit is revealed to the furthering of God’s glory. *Four expressions of love in Paul’s prayer: It’s a prayer for a fuller expression of love. (v.9) It’s a prayer for a finer expression of love. (v.10) It’s a prayer for a finished expression of love. (v.11a) It’s a prayer for a furthering expression of love. (v.11...

BIG IDEA: Christian partnership is a reason for joy. *Paul’s 4 reasons for joy in partnership: It’s a Christian partnership (v.5a) It’s a continuing partnership (v.5b) It’s a confirmed partnership (v.6) It’s a compassionate partnership (v.7, 8) "This Is My Father's World" performed by Eric Wyse, courtesy Martingale Music.

BIG IDEA: Jesus is behind every true church.   *Four mentions of Jesus in connection with the Philippian church: It’s a Christian partnership (v.5a) It’s a continuing partnership (v.5b) It’s a confirmed partnership (v.6) It’s a compassionate partnership (v.7, 8) "This Is My Father's World" performed by Eric Wyse, courtesy Martingale Music.

BIG IDEA: Jesus is worthy of our worship and work. * Three ‘great’ words that reflect Christ’s worth: 1) The great assertion. (v.18) 2) The great commission. (v.19, 20a) 3) The great provision. (v.20b) "This Is My Father's World" performed by Eric Wyse, courtesy Martingale Music.

BIG IDEA: The resurrection has different results for different people. "This Is My Father's World" performed by Eric Wyse, courtesy Martingale Music.

 BIG IDEA: To be a witness you must see.  "This Is My Father's World" performed by Eric Wyse, courtesy Martingale Music.

BIG IDEA: Keep your eyes on Jesus. * 3 reasons to keep your eyes on Jesus: 1) To establish the truth as a witness. (v.55-56) 2) To embody a faithful disciple. (v.55, 57-61) 3) To ensure no unfair dealings. (v.61, 62-65) "This Is My Father's World" performed by Eric Wyse, courtesy Martingale Music.

BIG IDEA: The death of Jesus isn’t a normal death because Jesus isn’t a normal man. *Six unique features of Christ’s final hours: 1) The supernatural darkness. (v.45) 2) The sudden dereliction. (v.46) 3) The strange drink. (v.47-49) 4) The surrendering death. (v.50) 5) The symbolic drama. (v.51-53) 6) The subsequent declaration. (v.54) "This Is My Father's World" performed by Eric W...

BIG IDEA: Mockery isn’t the mark of a good argument; it’s just a mark of unbelief. *Four ironical truths about Jesus from four mocking groups: GROUP 1: The soldiers —  “The Ignorant Unbelievers” (v.27-37) Jesus really is the King of the Jews. GROUP 2: The crowd — “The Fickle Unbelievers” (v.39-40) Jesus really is the temple builder. GROUP 3: The leaders— “ The Religious Unbelievers” (v.41-43) Jesu...

BIG IDEA: Jesus is innocent. *Five features of our text that underline Jesus’ innocence: His innocence is underlined by His silence. (v.11-14) His innocence is underlined by the Chief Priest’s motives. (v.15-18) His innocence is underlined by a Gentile woman’s dream. (v.19) His innocence is underlined by Barabbas’ obvious guilt. (v.20-23) His innocence is underlined by Pilate’s washed hands. (v.24...

BIG IDEA: To reject Jesus is to know increasing helplessness. * Six ways we see the helplessness of Jesus’ enemies on display: They can’t carry out Jesus’ penalty. (v.1-2) They can’t deny Jesus’ impeccability. (v.3-4a) They can’t relieve Judas’ agony. (v.4b-5) They can’t see their own hypocrisy. (v.6) They can’t conceal their own ignominy. (v.7-8) They can’t escape biblical prophecy. (v.9-10) &quo...

BIG IDEA: Take heed. Five features of this story to ‘take heed’ of: The preparation for Peter’s downfall. The revelation of Peter’s delicateness. The escalation of Peter’s denials. The recognition of Peter’s defeat. The restoration after Peter’s disgrace. "This Is My Father's World" performed by Eric Wyse, courtesy Martingale Music.

BIG IDEA: You will see. Peter follows Him to see the end. (v.57-58) The chief priests and the whole Council conspire against Him to see Him put to death. (v.59-63a) The high priest adjures Him to see if He’ll incriminate Himself. (v.63b-64a) They will all see Him as the Christ, the King, and the Judge. (v.64b-68) "This Is My Father's World" performed by Eric Wyse, courtesy Martingal...

BIG IDEA: You’ll either trust more in the arm of flesh (human strength), or in the LORD your God. Judas trusts the arm of flesh and fortifies. (v.47-50) He trusts in “ a great crowd with swords and clubs .” Peter trusts the arm of flesh and fights. (v.51-53) He trusts in “ his sword .” Jesus trusts His Father and foregoes. (v.54-56a) He trusts in His Father’s will . The disciples trust the arm of...

"This Is My Father's World" performed by Eric Wyse, courtesy Martingale Music.

Big Idea: The Good Shepherd knows what's coming and still goes before us. "This Is My Father's World" performed by Eric Wyse, courtesy Martingale Music.

BIG IDEA: This supper points to something new. *Four features of the supper: The premise of the supper. (v.26a) The pictures of the supper. (v.26b-28) The promise of the supper. (v.29) The praise of the supper. (v.30) "This Is My Father's World" performed by Eric Wyse, courtesy Martingale Music.

BIG IDEA: Betrayal was part of the plan. *6 mentions of betrayal: The price of betrayal. (v.14,15) The partnership of betrayal. (v.16-20) The prophecy of betrayal. (v.21-23) The providence of betrayal. (v.24a) The product of betrayal. (v.24b) The profession of betrayal (v.25) "This Is My Father's World" performed by Eric Wyse, courtesy Martingale Music.

BIG IDEA: Jesus deserves right worship. *Seven features of right worship: Right worship gathers because of Jesus. (v.6) Right worship is directed at Jesus. (v.7a) Right worship sacrifices for Jesus. (v.7b) Right worship risks misunderstanding for Jesus. (v.8-9) Right worship is a beautiful work to Jesus. (v.10) Right worship prioritizes (v.11) Right worship is made memorable by Jesus. (v.12,13) &q...

BIG IDEA : King Jesus is in charge. *Two clues to prove it: His destiny doesn’t surprise (v.2) His detractors can’t subvert (v.3-5) "This Is My Father's World" performed by Eric Wyse, courtesy Martingale Music.

BIG IDEA: Salvation comes through hearing the proclamation of the God we know. *8 truths we proclaim about the God we know: He’s the God who made everything. (v.24) He’s the God who transcends everything. (v.24b) He’s the God who gives everything. (v.25) He’s the God who planned everything. (v.26-27a) He’s the God who is near everyone. (v.27b-29) He’s the God who commands everyone. (v.30) He’s the...

BIG IDEA: The coming of Jesus means the coming of judgment. Four questions about the Day of Judgment: Who will be seated as the judge? Who will be summoned to be judged? What will be the standards by which we’re judged? What will be the sentencing of those who are judged? "This Is My Father's World" performed by Eric Wyse, courtesy Martingale Music.

 BIG IDEA: God’s gracious goods are given for God’s greater glory.  "This Is My Father's World" performed by Eric Wyse, courtesy Martingale Music.

  BIG IDEA: Be ready. 3 ways to be ‘ready’: Be faithful in feeding and caring for Christ’s people. (24:45-51)  Be faithful in preparing your heart for Christ’s coming. (25:1-13) You prepare your heart by trusting Christ for your salvation. You prepare your heart by taking Christ into your sleep. (Next Week) Be faithful in making the most of the little you’re given for Christ’s glory. (25:14-30)  ...

The Big Idea: Stay awake. Be ready. * 3 ways to be ‘ready’: Be faithful in feeding and caring for Christ’s people. (v.45-51) Be faithful in preparing your heart for Christ’s coming. (25:1-13) Be faithful in making the most of the little you’re given for Christ’s glory. (25:14-30) "This Is My Father's World" performed by Eric Wyse, courtesy Martingale Music.