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Philippians 2:8–11 (ESV) — 8 And being found in human form, he humbled himself by becoming obedient to the point of death, even death on a cross. 9 Therefore God has highly exalted him and bestowed on him the name that is above every name, 10 so that at the name of Jesus every knee should bow, in heaven…

Part of the idea behind humble denial is that making sure God is lifted up and not ourselves.. that he is exalted 6 Then he answered and spake unto me, saying, This is the word of the Lord unto Zerubbabel, saying, Not by might, nor by power, but by my spirit, Saith the Lord of hosts. For the work of…

In The Freedom of a Christian , Luther asserts that the Christian is a free lord, servant to none, and a bound servant, subject to all (Martin Luther, Christian Freedom: Faith Working through Love [St. Louis: Concordia, 2011]). Today’s sermon text speaks directly to this paradox. Here Jesus proclaims…

The Scandal of the Gospel Isaiah 53:7–9 (ESV) 7 He was oppressed, and he was afflicted, yet he opened not his mouth; like a lamb that is led to the slaughter, and like a sheep that before its shearers is silent, so he opened not his mouth. 8 By oppression and judgment he was taken away; and as for his…

12 And whosoever shall exalt himself shall be abased; and he that shall humble himself shall be exalted. Our theme for the year helps us with this implementation of New Attitude 12 I know both how to be abased, and I know how to abound: every where and in all things I am instructed both to be full and…

Perhaps the most well know phrase in American history comes from the Declaration of Independence. What is the most most well know phrase in our own Declaration? “Life, Liberty, and the ____?” Fill in the blank—pursuit of happiness. According to our declaration of our our unalienable rights is the pursuit…

denial can be equivocated to dying out of our own will and desires. denial can be viewed as good or bad depending on the context used. the good: 24 Then said Jesus unto his disciples, If any man will come after me, let him deny himself, and take up his cross, and follow me. 25 For whosoever will save…

Learning by Example What does it mean to learn by example? Representative Paul was a representative for Christianity in what he preached but also in how he lived. The Corinthians could learn about being a Christian from both. They could learn where they are wrong by Paul’s example. Paul was an example…

The Lord delivers us for His glory and the good of others. David glorifies the Lord in verses 1 through 10 as He testifies of the Lord’s deliverance. DELIVERANCE GIVES US A TESTIMONY. All biblical testimonies possess three elements. THE WORSHIP OF GOD Three verbs describe his worship. BLESS I will bless…

I want to open by thanking Mililani Baptist for the opportunity to speak tonight. Good Friday is a time when we really focus on Christ’s sacrifice on our behalf. There is a focus on the suffering and pain on the cross and often the darkness of the hour. We hear sermons that remind us in the darkness…

Introduction: If you have your Bibles let me invite you to open with me to the book of Mark chapter 10… Lets begin reading in verse 32 and we are going to read all the way to verse 45. 32 And they were on the road, going up to Jerusalem, and Jesus was walking ahead of them. And they were amazed, and…

You then, my child, be strengthened by the grace that is in Christ Jesus, and what you have heard from me in the presence of many witnesses entrust to faithful men, who will be able to teach others also. Share in suffering as a good soldier of Christ Jesus. No soldier gets entangled in civilian pursuits,…

The Presiding Reign of Christ Introduction: This is the final sermon in this short series on the deity of Christ. We have discussed the promise of the coming Christ as well as the presence and the presented work of Christ. We have discussed how important it is to fully understand the deity of Christ…

5 Have this mind among yourselves, which is yours in Christ Jesus, 6 who, though he was in the form of God, did not count equality with God a thing to be grasped, 7 but emptied himself, by taking the form of a servant, being born in the likeness of men. 8 And being found in human form, he humbled himself…

The Mission of God A Touch of Heaven Joshua 5:1–12 (ESV) 1 As soon as all the kings of the Amorites who were beyond the Jordan to the west, and all the kings of the Canaanites who were by the sea, heard that the Lord had dried up the waters of the Jordan for the people of Israel until they had crossed…

2 Thessalonians 2 Now we ask you, brothers, with regard to the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ and our gathering together to Him, that you not be quickly shaken in your mind or be alarmed whether by a spirit or a word or a letter as if from us, to the effect that the day of the Lord has come. Let no…

13 Behold, my servant shall act wisely; he shall be high and lifted up, and shall be exalted. 14 As many were astonished at you— his appearance was so marred, beyond human semblance, and his form beyond that of the children of mankind— 15 so shall he sprinkle many nations. Kings shall shut their mouths…

Introduction: Everyone loves a good hero story, right? What makes them a true hero? I think most of us would agree that it is their selflessness and service to others. No one thinks of a taker as a hero. If Superman came in and used his power to dominate everyone and make much of himself, he wouldn’t…

1 “Be careful not to practice your righteousness in front of others to be seen by them. Otherwise, you have no reward with your Father in heaven. 2 So whenever you give to the poor, don’t sound a trumpet before you, as the hypocrites do in the synagogues and on the streets, to be applauded by people.…

Last week we looked at the Spirit of Wisdom and Revelation and the Hope of His Calling and the believers calling. There is so much wrapped up in that - It is amazing. I touched on our inheritance on Wednesday Evening. We are going to touch it again and center on the power of God. 19 and what is the immeasurable…

The Greatest News Story Good morning! I want you to take a moment and think about something with me. How often do we hear about a sensational news story, only to find out later that there's a different side to the story, some truth that wasn't initially reported? It happens all the time in our 24/7 news…

Introduction Very few if any person is naturally humble. Pride comes to us as easily as sleeping or smiling. So does arrogance. In our world today, arrogance is rewarded, and humility is ignored. Discipline Defined - Training expected to produce a specific character or pattern of behavior, especially…

Introduction We are still working our way through the book of James. The overall theme of the series to to see how we are to live out the Christian life. James has covered topics like going through trials, showing favoritism, showing your faith by your works, and controlling your tongue. And last week,…

The Mission of God CHOOSE THIS DAY WHOM YOU WILL SERVE ! Introduction Joshua 24 is all about commitment: commitment to one’s family, commitment to truth and to moral virtue, and above all else, commitment to God. Life today is not about commitment instead it is all about choices and the opportunity to…

Intro My son Emery was saved and started following Jesus in January of this year. It has been such a blessing to have conversation with him about his faith. One morning, a few weeks after his salvation, he was eating breakfast before going to school. He said, “Dad, there are just two things I still don’t…