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The Bible Exposition Commentary (Chapter Three: A Matter of Life and Death (John 3)) On January 6, 1850, a snowstorm almost crippled the city of Colchester, England; and a teenage boy was unable to get to the church he usually attended. So he made his way to a nearby Primitive Methodist chapel, where…

INTRODUCTION . MESSAGE . 1 Now in those days a decree went out from Caesar Augustus, that a census be taken of all the inhabited earth. 2 This was the first census taken while Quirinius was governor of Syria. 3 And everyone was on his way to register for the census, each to his own city. 4 Joseph also…

Intro: We are about to start the Christmas season. Barb and I just bought a Koala Christmas decoration this week. The shops want everyone thinking about lights, decorations, and gifts. Within churches we think of Christmas far differently. We know that Christmas is about the birth of our Saviour. Theme:…

Prayer Communication with God, addressing Him directly ( Rom. 8:15 , 26-27 ), through praise, thanksgiving, supplication(beg humbly), intercession (intercede on behalf of another), confession, and lament. Why? Why do we do this? purpose from beginning Because of who He is and who we are Commanded 18…

Differences of opinion… like armpits, everyone has them... Though we are Chrisitians, there are things that are not addressed by scripture, about which we have differing opinions. Playing cards Peanut butter Alcohol Meat/vegan Two of the most famous Christians in the Victorian Era in England were Charles…

Introduction Background of the passage. David’s sin with Bathsheba ( 2 Sam. 11-12 ) David was in the wrong place at the wrong time (should have been in battle) David looked an lingered David acted on his sin and then tried to cover it up David was confronted by God through Nathan the prophet and then…

So far during this series we have looked at that it takes a good set of blueprints to build a great bridge and it takes the right tools. And today the next step in the process is sometimes it takes rebuilding. Sometimes in order to bridge the gap and mend relationships you have to start a rebuilding…

Casting Bread H appiness is the smell of bread baking. Anonymous Spiritual happiness is finding the will of God and doing it! Ecclesiastes 11:1 “ Cast your bread upon the waters, For you will find it after many days.” 1 Kings 10:22 “For the king had merchant ships at sea with the fleet of Hiram. Once…

Introduction Growing up watching soap operas: Common tropes: XXXXX Background (title) - 2 Samuel 11 - 12 Text vv. 1-4 Trapeze artists with the safety net. You’re willing to do things you maybe wouldn’t find safe otherwise! God’s grace catches you when you confess sin . David’s confession is based upon…

Introduction: Charles Spurgeon said, Truly wise men are never above asking questions, because they are wise men. Christ’s Incarnation , Page 98 Charles Spurgeon Well, tonight we are going to look at some questions the wise men asked. God was working in their lives and drawing them to Himself. God does…

“Begin as you mean to go on, and go on as you began, and let the Lord be all in all to you.” ~Charles Spurgeon The beginning of the story of Jesus is important because God is the same, yesterday, today and forever. He always begins as he means to go on. This is why it is important that, like Mary, we…

Has Christ changed you? Introduction: One way missionary (A.W. Mill) profane, angry, irate man. God got a hold of him and changed him and he became a one way missionary (expand) Burn the plow picture inserted here Bible illustration Elijah after God impacted him and found him pouting led him to Elisha…

We went to see a play on Friday at the Arctic Playhouse. You usually don’t stop to think about all the people who are involved in putting on a show. The obvious ones are the director and actors, then the stage manager and person running the lights and sound. But what about the people who set up the chairs,…

I want to bring some perspective on what we are presently going through….. imagine for a moment that you were born in 1900. When you are 14, World War I starts, and ends on your 18th birthday with 22 million people killed. Later in the year, a Spanish Flu epidemic hits the planet and runs until you are…

Be not deceived; God is not mocked: for whatsoever a man soweth, that shall he also reap. Sowing and Reaping very simply means: The effort we put forth will dictated the outcome it brings Our present actions are not trifles, for they will decide our everlasting destiny. Everything we do is, to some extent,…

Introduction: I’m an avid coffee drinker. I have a cup in the morning, a cup when I get home in the afternoon, and a cup in the evening. I may even squeeze in a few extra cups throughout the day. However, one thing I cannot stand is cold coffee. I understand that some of you like this, but I can’t get…

As we continue to consider our prayers, I thought that it would be good for us to consider how we deal with times when we are grieving, or sad, or even depressed. How should we pray then? I’m going to read some quotes about depression. And after I read them, I will tell you who said them, and that may…

We have been preparing to defend the faith, no what are you going to do with it? Your moment of truth has arrived. Are you going to rise to the challenge? Or are you going to shrink away ashamed?

Good morning. Today we are going to be looking closer at word and concept of faith. Since I have been pastor of this church I have spoke on this subject more than 13 times. It is a very important topic because of what the Bible says about it. Consider what Hebrews 11:6 But without faith it is impossible…

Introduction Asbury. Falls Creek. Retreats. Church Services. Just a taste of what is coming in eternity. A reminder of who we are and what we are about. Experience Eternal Victory vv. 9-10 “After this...” Seeing these Jewish believers on earth - 144,000. Shift to heavenly perspective - back to throne…

Charles Spurgeon said: Perseverance is the badge of true saints. The Christian life is not a beginning only in the ways of God, but also a continuance in the same as long as life lasts. It is with a Christian as it was with the great Napoleon: he said, “Conquest has made me what I am, and conquest must…

Introduction It is only with gratitude that life becomes rich. Dietrich Bonhoeffer Gratitude changes the pangs of memory into a tranquil joy. Dietrich Bonhoeffer Gratitude ought to be, and I believe it is, in the heart the most powerful force in human motive. Resurrection For The Just And The Unjust…

Intro; In 1996, an American comedy film written, starring and directed by Tom Hanks was released called “That Thing You Do” . Its a spin on a local Pennsylvania band that scores a one-hit wonder in 1964 and achieve big time success when they release a Beatles-style pop song. They ride the glory until…

Good morning and welcome to Dishman Baptist Church. Fall is upon us and I know many of you are happy for that. How quickly this year has gone. Please turn in your Bibles with me to Ephesians 1 , Ephesians 1 . Why do the nations rage and the peoples plot in vain? The kings of the earth take their stand,…

Perseverance is the badge of true saints. The Christian life is not a beginning only in the ways of God, but also a continuance in the same as long as life lasts. It is with a Christian as it was with the great Napoleon: he said, “Conquest has made me what I am, and conquest must maintain me.” Morning…