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Human deficiencies highlight God's faithful purposes.

Surfside Condemned (enough blame to go around). He also told them a parable: “Can a blind man lead a blind man? Will they not both fall into a pit? A disciple is not above his teacher, but everyone when he is fully trained will be like his teacher. Luke 6:39 (FSB): The reference to blindness likely refers…

As we begin this morning I want to draw your attention to I Thessalonians 3:10 . 10 Night and day praying exceedingly that we might see your face, and might perfect that which is lacking in your faith? We need to keep the immediate context of this verse in mind so that we understand why Paul says what…

Pride comes from Achievement Pride comes from Attention Pride comes from Affluence Pride comes from Abandonment Conclusion

The only way to realize, to truly understand the truth and nature of ourselves, is through the Law’s illumination of our deficiencies, by its holding up the view of His perfect holiness and righteousness in its commands, and in this it is utterly good for us!

The key to avoiding fights and quarrels is mortifying selfish passions and submitting to God's grace in the lives of others.

Introduction Text 15 One day some parents brought their little children to Jesus so he could touch and bless them. But when the disciples saw this, they scolded the parents for bothering him. 16 Then Jesus called for the children and said to the disciples, “Let the children come to me. Don’t stop them!…

Illustration: Have Natalia try to put together small puzzle that is missing a piece. It’s frustrating to put a puzzle together only to find that you are missing one or two pieces that keep you from completing it. Many people are frustrated - saved and unsaved alike - because they “feel” as though something,…

The Psalmist demonstates circumstances where we can choose to praise.

Jesus called Peter, who was a fisherman by trade, to be a shepherd by calling when He said, “Take care of My lambs; shepherd My sheep; feed My flock (see John 21:15–17 ). And Peter understood that being a shepherd meant two things: to nourish the flock, as Paul told the elders of Ephesus in Acts 20:28…

In a post Brexit COVID 19 world, the catch cries of Freedom of Movement and open borders seems like a distant memory. The allure of globalisation, free trade and almost effortless international travel has been curtailed somewhat. Who you can see, where you can go - those who are in and those who are…

2 Corinthians 12:9–10 (CSB) 9 But he said to me, “My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is perfected in weakness.” Therefore, I will most gladly boast all the more about my weaknesses, so that Christ’s power may reside in me. 10 So I take pleasure in weaknesses, insults, hardships, persecutions,…

Provision sneaks up on you We talked about obedience to the Lord recognizing that our worldly shortfalls usually have a spiritual source We also talked about reprioritizing your life in a biblical manner Primarily, placing the Lord and worship above everything Many of us know what we have to do But many…

Do we have any saints here this morning? Actually, according to the new testament, all Christians are saints. The word saint means one set apart, and Christians have been set apart by God’s grace to believe in Jesus Christ. A saint is not some super-Christian, but as believers we are called to live in…

A mother buys her little boy a helium balloon from a vendor at the fair. Its shiny foil liner is shaped like his favorite cartoon character. He clutches the balloon string tightly as they make their way to the Ferris wheel. All at once, a dog from the crowd barks loudly behind them. The boy jumps suddenly…

I. Know The Goal A. Love is the Goal 1 Timothy 1:5 (NASB95) 5 But the goal of our instruction is love from a pure heart and a good conscience and a sincere faith. goal= τέλος, The “end” “limit” or “termination” Why do we open the Bible each week? Why do I take 45 minutes out of your week and talk, talk,…

Jesus’ Suffering Illustrates His Devoted Commitment to You GOAL: That the hearer see Christ’s devoted commitment to their salvation—fueled by His reverent submission to the Father—as their motivation to imitate the Lord’s obedience in their own lives. 7 During the days of Jesus’ life on earth, he offered…

24 “Then from his presence the hand was sent, and this writing was inscribed. 25 And this is the writing that was inscribed: Mene , Mene , Tekel , and Parsin . 26 This is the interpretation of the matter: Mene , God has numbered the days of your kingdom and brought it to an end; 27 Tekel , you have been…

Intro: In this world there are many things that will bring you down. Everyday we hear that Iran is growing in their nuclear weapon capabilities. In recent weeks and months there have been people devastated by earthquakes all over the world. Some people are suffering from droughts while others are dealing…

Major Posts from the Minor Prophets: Hosea: God is God of 2nd chances — It’s never too late. Joel: God is God of unstoppable Grace — It’s never too much Amos: God is God of Restoration — It’s never lost Obadiah: God is Your God — It’s never not for you Jonah: God is Your Salvation — It’s never not available…

Major Posts from the Minor Prophets: ++Hosea: God is God of 2nd chances — It’s never too late. ++Joel: God is God of unstoppable Grace — It’s never too much ++Amos: God is God of Restoration — It’s never lost ++Obadiah: God is Your God — It’s never not for you ++ Jonah: God is Your Salvation — It’s never…

Why Do I Witness Suffering?

Intro: We have been making our way through Chapter 5 of the Book of Daniel. By way of review, King Belshazzar held a huge banquet. He had made the mistake of using the sacred cups that were stolen from the temple in Jerusalem. He used them as part of his celebration… We called this “A Fatal Feast”. During…

When Love Grows Cold Revelation 2:1–7 (ESV) 1 “To the angel of the church in Ephesus write: ‘The words of him who holds the seven stars in his right hand, who walks among the seven golden lampstands. 2 “ ‘ I know your works , your toil and your patient endurance, and how you cannot bear with those who…

Last week we left off with a cliff hanger The returned exiles could not make ends meet Haggai the prophet warned them that they have ignored the worship of the Lord Their lack of physical security was the result of spiritual deficiency The same can be said for me and you So what do we do about it? How…