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6 Now these things occurred as examples to keep us from setting our hearts on evil things as they did. 7 Do not be idolaters, as some of them were; as it is written: “The people sat down to eat and drink and got up to indulge in revelry.” 8 We should not commit sexual immorality, as some of them did—and…

“You have heard that it was said, Do not commit adultery. But I tell you, everyone who looks at a woman lustfully has already committed adultery with her in his heart. If your right eye causes you to sin, gouge it out and throw it away. For it is better that you lose one of the parts of your body than…

6 Now these things occurred as examples to keep us from setting our hearts on evil things as they did. 7 Do not be idolaters, as some of them were; as it is written: “The people sat down to eat and drink and got up to indulge in revelry.” 8 We should not commit sexual immorality, as some of them did—and…

Intro Kathy and I on a Safari in the When you go they tell you to do things you don’t like… don’t open the windows… keep your body parts inside… a lion can get to you before you can close the door or roll the window up. Swamp Tour - Keep your hands inside the boat… what could possibly happen in the swamp?…

Ye have heard that it was said by them of old time, Thou shalt not commit adultery: But I say unto you, That whosoever looketh on a woman to lust after her hath committed adultery with her already in his heart. And if thy right eye offend thee, pluck it out, and cast it from thee: for it is profitable…

Introduction We are starting a series titled Guard Rails. We all know what Guardrails are… we have them on many of our roads and all of our bridges. How many of you would drive across the Huey P Long Bridge if it didn’t have any guard rails? The official definition if a guard rail is… Guardrails: System…

Moreover, brethren, I declare unto you the gospel which I preached unto you, which also ye have received, and wherein ye stand; By which also ye are saved, if ye keep in memory what I preached unto you, unless ye have believed in vain. For I delivered unto you first of all that which I also received,…

Awareness of the wickednes of others warns us to consider our choices.

Introduction A contrast with Judah and Tamar in Gen 38 . Sin and the Character of God (6-9) The Bible goes to great lengths to show us the physical appearance of Joseph. He was “handsome in form and appearance” (NASB). Joseph was “well-built and handsome” (CSB). Joseph’s greatest blessing became a source…

Introduction We’ve begun a series going through the book of James. It’s a small book written by the half-brother of Jesus who became a believer after the resurrection of Jesus. He was one of the leaders of the church in Jerusalem. He wrote this letter in the mid 40s some 10 or so years after Jesus ascended…

“Move that Bus” these words started becoming famous in December of 2002. These words were shouted over and over again by groups of excited people as they waited the unveiling of a gorgeous house. The TV cameras would be rolling and the family that was about to move into the house would respond with wide…

In recognition of the fact that God is the source of all life and that He, in His sovereign wisdom and grace, has granted us this child, we, the parents of _____, do prayerfully and solemnly covenant that: God is the source of all life. And God said, Let us make man in our image, after our likeness:…

Which of the Sons Are You? What is God like? Last week's readings showed that God is not fair, but gracious. Today the church is reminded that the grace of God does not give us license to sin. God doesn't want mere lip service but a broken and contrite heart that turns from sin and does the will of our…

Sixth Commandment Honor Marriage Exodus 20:14 Like observing the Sabbath rest and honoring parents, this commandment originally was social legislation intended to protect those vulnerable in the society—in this case, women. In other societies at the time, men could grab any woman they wanted and treat…

As Americans, we are very concerned about purity in some areas while in other areas we could not care less. For instance, when it comes to clean air and water, people are very concerned. Our culture is overly concerned to the point of forcing battery cars… trying to limit automobiles etc… to clean up…

Intro; In the movie Draft Day, the plot is about the NFL draft and all the possible pics and trades that will be made by the 32 teams for those eligible players coming out of college. Teams get their pics based upon their record from the previous season; Worst record gets first pick Best record gets…

Paul’s suffering… and serenity! Friends it gives me great pleasure today to induct two more men to the office of elder in the NRPC. Out of the many quality people in this church, people who are mature and godly, people who serve others and have a good and growing understanding of the Scriptures… these…

Advent 2020 The Dawn of Hope Week 1 The Virgin Isaiah 7:1-17 , 2 Kings 16 , Jeremiah 7:30 # Introduction This morning we are launching into a new series of messages that we are calling The Dawn of Hope. As we prepare for the celebration of the birth of our Savior, Jesus Christ at Christmas time, we are…

Verses 1-2 As we get into chapter 14 we again depart from a strict chronology as Mark often does for the purpose of comparing and contrasting different events in the life of Christ and now move backwards a few days to the Friday before Palm Sunday. We know the timing from John 12 . The reason Mark now…

Some of you are making plans or you have already made plans on where you will go on vacation this Summer. Many, if not all of you, will get in a car and you will drive. You will put your destination in your google maps or apple maps and you will drive to that destination and enjoy however long your vacation…

Call to Worship Worship By Singing We Have a Savior Worship By Corporate Prayer Worship Thru Tithes and Offerings Worship By Singing O Come, All Ye Faithful # 89 Go Tell it On the Mountain #95 Worship By Hearing the Word What Did Jesus Bring You For Christmas? Christmas Day Service Titus 3:1-8 Pastor…

Introduction If we keep one foot on one side of a fence and the other on another side, we will never go anywhere or do anything. We will be hung up and of no use to anything. We must make a decision and move forward. If we stay hung up and do not move, that bull may very well put on one side or another.…