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In Romans 8:30 Paul assures believers that the goal of God's plan and all of the essential parts is the glorification of believers.

This is something the Newton Family is constantly striving for. The more our kids are excited are about the destination the faster they get prepared. (Snowing outside) The abiding christian anticipates with confidence the appearing of Christ without shamed. Those born of God bear an identity as well…

Jesus foretells short-term pain, but promises ultimate gain.

Unity is Essential for Pure Witness Jesus Prays for You and Me “I do not ask for these only, but also for those who will believe in me through their word, Jesus Prays for You and Me The first part of his prayer was for the people in the room Teaching us how to live as sojourners This last part is specific…

Brethren, be followers together of me, and mark them which walk so as ye have us for an ensample. (For many walk, of whom I have told you often, and now tell you even weeping, that they are the enemies of the cross of Christ: Whose end is destruction, whose God is their belly, and whose glory is in their…

Introduction Restoration is a process. I have a cousin who runs a custom car garage called KG Custom Garage. He has been restoring a 1970 Chevelle. Here’s what it looked like when he got it and first sanded it. He then did a lot of welding, gap filling, and some custom door handles. After that he fitted…

Who Is Jesus?

As we come out of another Christmas season and head into another NEW YEAR... There are certain things in life that I think the world would RALLY around and declare to be - HIGHLY VALUABLE... Things that even people from different cultures and different backgrounds would say - ARE THINGS WORTHY of our…

The disciples don’t understand what is happening. Mark often shows that the disciples do not always understand what is happening. · Jesus and his closest and first disciples went up the mountain together. · Jesus was transfigured in front of them, as a bright figure of light. · Moses and Elijah met and…

I hope everyone is enjoying their holiday weekend. I know it’s always a busy time of year - and it can be easy to miss out on the REST side of it... In order to accommodate all the running around. Last time we were together - we focused on the Christmas holiday - and in doing so we looked at the Christmas…

In John’s gospel, this is the final public statement of Jesus. In it we see the Son’s glorification, His mission , and his Witness. The Glorification of The Son, 12:20-26. Verse 20 is the fulfillment of the Pharisees remarks in verse 19. The Greeks were God-fearers, probably from Decapolis or Syria,…

When is suffering good?

More than Forgiveness B.R. Titus 2:11-14 11 For the grace of God that bringeth salvation hath appeared to all men, 12 Teaching us that, denying ungodliness and worldly lusts, we should live soberly, righteously, and godly, in this present world; 13 Looking for that blessed hope, and the glorious appearing…

The Gospel We, over last few weeks, have looked at many things regarding the gospel. There are facts to believe There is a God There is a sin problem There is a sin solution The sin solution is Jesus Jesus has facts that are needed to be believe for sin solution. There are commands to obey Hear, believe,…

Introduction Have you ever pondered what it is that controls the way you think, the way you react to good news and bad news? Our internal makeup, our minds and our hearts contain what the scriptures call our spirit and soul. The things that create our response to life’s situations, good or bad are driven…

He’s coming! One day Christ is going to return and we should be living in the glory and for the glory of God through Jesus Christ who is the way to glory. (Illustration: child waiting for birthday, Christmas, trip to amusement park, adults for a vacation get away) Are there things that get you excited?…

Paul draws a dramatic difference between the lost and the saved. The lost reflect a fallen condition with is slavery and destruction. However, the believer in Christ has a distinctive advantage and difference. The Indwelling Holy Spirit gives us new pursuits and a new life. It reflects what it means to be free from the law of sin and death.

This series tackles foundational issues about the gospel and the Christian life. What is the gospel? Why is the gospel important? How do I know if I’m saved? How does a person go from being dead in sins to being a citizen of God’s kingdom? What is our identity in Christ? How should we live now that we are children of God? Regardless of whether you’re a mature follower of Christ or an unbeliever, these are truths that, for the sake of eternity, you can’t live without.

David as he pens the 19th Psalm he proclaims… Psalm 19:1 “ The heavens are telling of the GLORY of God; And their expanse is declaring the work of His hands. ” He again would so richly express in Psalm 63:1–2 “ O God, You are my God; I shall seek You earnestly; My soul thirsts for You, my flesh yearns…

Therefore we are buried with him by baptism into death: that like as Christ was raised up from the dead by the glory of the Father, even so we also should walk in newness of life. You are Justified So Christ was once offered to bear the sins of many; and unto them that look for him shall he appear the…

Introduction Apocalyptic movies. Responses to the end of the world. There’s always some remnant that survives and overcomes. What does it take to survive the end of the world? Be Discerning about the Parousia. vv. 1-2 Connection to 1 Thessalonians 4-5 . More questions! The main issue here is to be discerning.…

Good afternoon! It's a joy to gather once again in the presence of our Lord. Today, we embark on a journey of discovery, delving into the profound depths of Scripture to behold the Lamb of God. As we enter into this exploration, I invite you to open your hearts and minds, for we are about to uncover…

Prayer of the overcomer Location: Unknown, In the upper room still, or could be on the way to Mount of Olives, Or even in the Garden of Gethsemane. Jesus is going as a victor not a victim. He already said He overcame world ( Jn16:33 ) 33 “These things I have spoken to you, so that in Me you may have…

The great prayer: Focuses: The glorification of Christ The spiritual safety of the Apostles The witness of the Apostles The sanctification of the apostles The Unity of the church Todays focus: The first four Big idea: In the moments approaching his greatest trial, Jesus concerns himself with his followers.…

Soli Deo Gloria- Glory to God Alone