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Some of the Pharisees warned Jesus about Herod. Many of the Pharisees had continuously questioned Jesus’ motives. Those in power felt threatened by Jesus’ popularity. Many other Pharisees were drawn to Jesus. Herod the Great Son of Herod the Great, the man who tried to kill Jesus by killing many newborn…

Annanias and Sapphira contrast with Barnabas All those who claimed Jesus Christ, sold property and gave it to the Apostles to be distributed. Barnabas was recognized as a leader of distinction for giving encouragement who sold a field and gave the money to the Apostles for distribution. Annanias and…

10 And it came to pass, when the priests came out of the holy place, that the cloud filled the house of the Lord , 11 so that the priests could not continue ministering because of the cloud; for the glory of the Lord filled the house of the Lord . 12 Then Solomon spoke: “The Lord said He would dwell…

God will always accomplish His glory (vv. 1-16) God accomplishes His glory in His timing not ours. God accomplishes his glory in His way not ours. vv. 4 Jesus accomplished God’s will in the Father’s timing, and in His ways so that the Father may be glorified. God’s timing does not always make sense to…

In Romans 4:18-25 Paul elaborates on what Abraham’s faith in the promise was like as an example of what our faith should be like in the Lord Jesus Christ. Is a strong child equal in strength to a strong man? (Martyn Lloyd Jones) No, the child is weaker. So then, is the child weak? No. There are degrees…

The first thirteen verses of Romans 7 just naturally divide themselves into two sections. The point of the first six verses can be simply summarized by this: We are “dead to the law.” The Mosaic system does not now have dominion over us. The significance of this truth will become clearer as we expound…

The first thirteen verses of Romans 7 just naturally divide themselves into two sections. The point of the first six verses can be simply summarized by this: We are “dead to the law.” The Mosaic system does not now have dominion over us. The significance of this truth will become clearer as we expound…

1 Peter 1:13-16 In the classic Italian children’s story of Pinocchio, Geppetto creates a wooden marionette puppet that becomes his son. When he sends Pinocchio to school, the puppet goes on a quest to become a real boy but faces unexpected challenges. He is robbed by a fox and cat, nearly burnt for firewood…

Understanding Philippians In other writings Paul’s Purpose was ++To Addresses problems ++To correct theological error ++To provide instruction on proper behavior The letter to the Philippians was one of thanksgiving and appreciation. The Philippian Church ++Supported him personally ++Help him in his…

Intro: “ The story was told some years ago of a pastor who found the roads blocked one Sunday morning and was forced to skate on the river to get to church, which he did. When he arrived the elders of the church were horrified that their preacher had skated on the Lord’s Day. After the service they held…

There are many nice things about San Diego, and one of them is the Wild Animal Park, which is part of the San Diego Zoo. The Wild Animal Park is a ride on a tram that takes you through hundreds of acres of back-country to see some spectacular animals in a natural setting. Tanya and I had a wonderful…

Introduction Bond of common purpose and devotion that binds Christians to one another and to Christ. Woven basket Illustration: Think of a basket that is woven together. #1 Biblical Fellowship involves a relationship with God and fellow believers. 1 What was from the beginning, what we have heard, what…

Text: Revelation 22:16 Jesus declares in: Revelation 22:16 (NASB 2020) “I, Jesus, have sent My angel to testify to you of these things for the churches. I am the root and the descendant of David, the bright morning star. ” There are three other passages that we can combine as we think of a star symbolizing…

I AM “Let not your hearts be troubled. Believe in God; believe also in me. In my Father’s house are many rooms. If it were not so, would I have told you that I go to prepare a place for you? And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come again and will take you to myself, that where I am you may…

Growing in Faith Placing my thoughts and actions within the commands of God has been difficult throughout my life. It is a difficult thing when the world whispers so much that only what you can see is what is real. Our eyes are born blinded to what God has in store for us. It takes an act of faith to…

Hope for the Home: Proper Discipline Prov. 22:6 The fact is parents that we are commanded of God to train, teach, and discipline our children so that when they are old they will not depart from the right way. It is not the governments job to discipline your child, it is not the pastor’s or someone else’s…

Socially Separated Social distancing is a public health practice that aims to prevent sick people from coming in close contact with healthy people in order to reduce opportunities for disease transmission. The coronavirus has been called the invisible enemy. The COVID 19 Pandemic has caused us to implement…

Introduction 9 Then you shall call, and the Lord will answer; you shall cry, and he will say, ‘Here I am.’ If you take away the yoke from your midst, the pointing of the finger, and speaking wickedness, 10 if you pour yourself out for the hungry and satisfy the desire of the afflicted, then shall your…

Intro: Prayer Jesus’ Baptism A. Repentance “I baptize you with water for repentance. But after me comes one who is more powerful than I, whose sandals I am not worthy to carry. He will baptize you with the Holy Spirit and fire. 1. An Example to all a. Led by example b. Leaders need to take head Produce…

Law Leading to Death How many of us find ourselves studying rules and regulations just to make sure that we are not going to find ourselves in a situation where we do not want to be. Our lives are governed by many regulations. Whether we are standing in line at the DMV waiting for a new drivers license…

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:7–11 , especially verse 11: But the end of all things is at hand; therefore … 1 Peter 4:7 (KJV 1900) 7 But the end of all things is at hand : be ye therefore sober, and watch unto prayer. Introduction: This may be the year! Peter expected Jesus to return in his own day, and if the…

Intro: Good Morning Church. Sometimes its hard to fill a space between one sermon and the next series with just one sermon, but something that’s been on my heart lately is baptism. Its also something that the elders have been discussing as of late as well. So, with that on my spirit and the Holy Spirit’s…