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The ‘Whys’ of Christmas - Christmas Series 2022 Why call Him Jesus? Matthew 1: 18-25; Luke 1:30-31 1. What is it about the name of Jesus? a. The meaning b. The reference/picture c. The assignment 2. Why call on His name? a. Ask b. Saved c. Baptized d. Name above all in Philippians 2:9-11 3. How do you respond to a God like that? To a Name that high & exalted a. Believe – John 3:16; Acts 4:10-1...

The ‘Whys’ of Christmas - Christmas Series 2022 Why did God become a man? 1. Because it was the right time. He is The God of all Time & Timing/Opportunity i. The days were accomplished – Luke 2 ii. It was the fulness of time – The Opportune time – Galatians 4:4 iii. Not just chronos; but Kairos! iv. He has perfect timing and we see that in when Jesus came. When He was sent. It was the right ti...

The ‘Whys’ of Christmas - Christmas Series 2022 Why did God become a man? Genesis 1:26-28, 31; John 1:1-18; Philippians 2:5-11 1. Because of His Image in us – Life (Genesis 1:26-28, 31; John 1:1-3) a. This is why all human life is precious and to be valued; distinct from all other life forms – Genesis 2:7 – a living soul – the breath of life… b. Marred – Darkness c. Restored – reborn – to restore...

Another Wood in the Word joins us for some coffee today!  We welcome Isaac's wife Amanda to the show to discuss her upcoming daily Advent devotional resources.     Join Amanda Wood for Advent (November 28 - Dec 25) with her podcast What She Said: A Thrill of Hope - A 20 minute daily podcast study of Luke 1 & 2 and Old Testament prophecies of Jesus to prepare your heart for...

James - Practical Faith from Godly Wisdom  Practical Prayer (James 5:13-20)    1. Look Up – v 13  a. Suffering? Pray!  b. Joyful/Cheerful? Praise the Lord  c. Pray individually – recognizing His Sovereignty   2. Look to your Spiritual Leaders for help – v14  a. Hebrews 13:7  b. Pray under authority – in the name of the Lord  c. Pray Corporately &nb...

James - Practical Faith from Godly Wisdom Practical Patience (James 5:7-12) Context: Rich abusing the Poor Two weeks ago, we saw James’ explosive condemnation “Come now you rich, weep and howl for the miseries that await you.” Today, we see his word of perseverance to the those who were suffering at the hands of the rich. The transition comes in verse 6 – let’s reach back to verse 5 for context… I...

Communion Message  The Death of Jesus was _________ 1. A Premeditated Murder a. The Religious Leaders plotted it – John 5:15-18; John 7:1; Matthew 26:1-5… 2. A Planned Mediation a. Mediation – an intervention in a dispute in order to solve it.                i. Acts 2:23; 3:15; 5:30       ...

James - Practical Faith from Godly Wisdom Practical Riches (James 5:1-6) 1. The Accountability for Riches – God sees; The Oppressed cry; God listens; The world takes notice a. To whom much is given; much will be required – Luke 12:48 b. He owns it all and entrusts it to us in measures appropriate for our ability to manage it c. He detests those who hoard resources; oppress the poor; yet, live in l...

James - Practical Faith from Godly Wisdom Practical Perspective (James 4:13-17) 1. What is your Life? (the duration of your physical life) a. Finite - Acts 17:26 -27; Psalm 90:3-6 b. Fixed – Hebrews 9:27-28; Appointed...and then, the judgment c. Fragile – mist, vapor – grass/flower – 1 Peter 1:24 d. Forever – your spiritual body – in 1 of only 2 places – Matthew 7:13-14 – hold until the end 2. How...

James - Practical Faith from Godly Wisdom Practical Focus (James 4:11-12) 1. We are not to judge our fellow Christ-followers – Today, we will see that James, Jesus, and Paul have a lot to say about this important topic that so often gets us off track and out of sorts with each other. a. Tony Evans says – “ So if you judge a fellow believer , you’re judging the law that commands us to love others....

James - Practical Faith from Godly Wisdom Practical Warnings (James 4:1-10) 1. The Sin of Spiritual Adultery – v1-4 a. Watch your ‘Wanter’ – The progression from desire to desperation to destruction is startling – Ken Sande – I Desire, I Demand, I Judge, I Punish b. as old as Adam & Eve – Genesis 3:6 – and progressed into their children’s lives in tragic fashion c. as new as our most recent id...

James - Practical Faith from Godly Wisdom Godly Wisdom (James 3:13-18) 1. Godly Wisdom produces humble Obedience – do-ers of the Word – v 13 a. Ties us back to chapter 2:26 2. Ungodly Wisdom fractures Relationships – v 14-16 a. Outer turmoil – towards others – jealousy and envy b. Inner turmoil – within – selfish ambition c. Earthly, unspiritual (sensual), demonic – John 10:10    &n...

James - Practical Faith from Godly Wisdom Practical Speech (James 3:1-12) 1. Teachers have a higher accountability for their words. V1 2. Mature Christians (Teachers) recognize the power of the tongue. a. V 2-5 – they control their speech b. Where does this maturity come from?               i. From a tested faith – James 1:2-4 &...

James - Practical Faith from Godly Wisdom Practical Ministry II (James 2:14-26) 1. Practical Ministry proves your faith – v 14; Ephesians 2:8-10 a. Works are essential not to save you; but because you are saved! b. God has prepared Good Works for you to do – to walk in; and, we do that together! 2. Practical Ministry engages need – v. 15-17 3. Practical Ministry is an expression of Faith – v. 18 -...

James - Practical Faith from Godly Wisdom Practical Ministry (James 2:1-13) 1. Practical Ministry is Impartial a. Our impartiality flows from the principle that All are valuable in God’s sight b. Genesis 1:26-27 c. Making Distinctions leads us on an evil path of assumption – v 4 d. Our impartiality flows from an understanding that God’s economy is better that ours! – 5-7 2. Practical Ministry reco...

James - Practical Faith from Godly Wisdom Practical Obedience (James 1:19-27) 1. Our Goal is the Righteousness of God; not ours. a. Man’s Way – I have all of the answers; listen to me! b. God’s Way – Listen, first; and then humbly share. c. Are you listening? 2. Our Guide is the Word of God a. Our intention is His Righteousness b. Instruction flows from Intention – Teach me! c. Obedience flows fro...

James - Practical Faith from Godly Wisdom Practical Perspective on Temptation (James 1:13-18) 1. Temptations are not from God – v13 2. Temptations come from within – from our desires – v14; James 4:1-3 a. We are lured away… b. Let’s talk about fishing – How many lures do you have in your tackle box? Why so many? If I was a bass in a lake in South Carolina on a cool October morning; how would you c...

James - Practical Faith from Godly Wisdom  Practical Joy (James 1:1-12) 1. Practical Joy recognizes God is at work when trials come. V 2-4 a. Joy defined b. 1 Peter 1:6-7; Romans 5:3 2. Practical Joy values Growth over Relief a. ‘Why me?’ Or ‘What should I learn?’ About God About me About others 3. Practical Joy asks for God’s Wisdom – v 5-8 a. As the trials play out 4. Practical Joy is not b...

Series: When God has had Enough … A Study in Amos Episode: He Promises a Future Hope (Amos 9) 1. A Future Hope is Promised – 9:11-15 2. He raises up the ruins 3. He repairs the breeches 4. He rebuilds the demolished – He does that for nations and for individuals a. He gives us Hope beyond what we deserve or can imagine when we surrender our plans to His. 5. He preserves a worldwide remnant – becau...

Series: When God has had Enough … A Study in Amos  Episode: He Judges Fairly (Amos 8-9)   1. The End is Coming! – 8:1-3   2. Why is the End Coming? – 8:4-7  Trampling the Needy  Oppressing the Poor  Pride & Superiority   3. How is the End Coming? – 8:8-14  The Ground below will shake  The Sky above will go dark  The soul within will mourn bitte...

Series: When God has had Enough … A Study in Amos Episode: He Offers Repentance on His Terms (Amos 5) Key Verse – Amos 3:7-8 “For the Lord God does nothing  without revealing his secret  to his servants the prophets. The lion has roared;  who will not fear? The Lord God has spoken;  who can but prophesy?” 1. God is in mourning – v1-3 He doesn’t get any pleasure from judgment Ez...

Series: When God has had Enough ... A Study in Amos Episode: He Holds His People Accountable Key Verse – Amos 3:7-8 “7 For the Lord God does nothing  without revealing his secret  to his servants the prophets. 8 The lion has roared;  who will not fear? The Lord God has spoken;  who can but prophesy?” Compare Amos 3:1-2 with 1 Peter 2:9-10 1. A Distinct People a. Chosen by God b...

Series: When God has had Enough ... A Study in Amos Episode: He Roars With Warning Key Verse – Amos 3:7-8 “For the Lord God does nothing  without revealing his secret  to his servants the prophets. 8 The lion has roared;  who will not fear? The Lord God has spoken;  who can but prophesy?” 7 Truths about these warnings: 1. God is Gracious to warn His People of pending Judgement....

Going Deeper - Deeper Choices Joshua 24:14-28; Judges 2:6-10 Recognizing the Opportunity for Commitment –  v14-15 Making the Commitment –  v16-18 Testing the Commitment –  v 19-24 Solidifying the Commitment –  v-25-28; Judges 2:6-10

Going Deeper - Deeper Spirit  A Deeper Spirit-Filled Life  Acts 2:1-47; 1 Corinthians 2:9-3:3   Happy Birthday Church!   The beginning of the first church happened on Pentecost – the Feast of Weeks, or the Feast of the Harvest or Firstfruits – established in Leviticus, but always pointing to this one – 7 weeks after the Resurrection of Christ when the Church is empowered by the...