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Introduction: Names are important. Names help us distinguish one person from another of the same gender, build, and race. Not only do names classify a title given to a person, but in the Bible, names often reflect the characteristics of a person like Jacob the trickster. So what name is the Creator of…

13 Now who is there to harm you if you are zealous for what is good? 14 But even if you should suffer for righteousness’ sake, you will be blessed. Have no fear of them, nor be troubled, 15 but in your hearts honor Christ the Lord as holy, always being prepared to make a defense to anyone who asks you…

In 2002, a movie came out that was based Alexandre Dumas’ classic novel. A very trusting young man, Edmond Dantés, whose best friend, Fernand (Guy Pearce), falsely frames him for treason. In prison, Dantes endured a yearly thrashing with a whip from the warden. As Edmond Dantes rotted in his concrete…

9 Honor the Lord with your possessions, And with the firstfruits of all your increase; 10 So your barns will be filled with plenty, And your vats will overflow with new wine. Introduction: (Define honor) To confer the weightiness or to give special recognition to God the Father, through God the Son,…

This Week’s Theme: Christians Are Called to Brag on the LORD This Week’s Word is Boast (glory) : Negatively, it means self-confidence. Positively, it means to trust or put one’s confidence in God. Memory Verse: 2 Corinthians 10:17 “17 But “he who glories, let him glory in the Lord.”” Essence of the Text…

Opening: Does anyone here like a good salad bar? Okay, good, I’m not the only weirdo. Well, what makes a good salad bar? I’m glad you asked. A good salad needs A variety of lettuce types Lots of different vegetables Different cheeses Eggs Dried cranberries Sunflower seeds A variety of dressings If I…

Introduction: We have been going through a little mini series here in the book of Colossians. We first discussed Biblical Marriage and talked about the Biblical complementarian view of marriage - that we are equal and yet not the same. We discussed that we have different roles. Then last week we discussed…

When God is at the center of our lives, He will use us to accomplish His will. In this lesson on King Uzziah, pastor John walks us through what it means to begin with God and continue with God as He leads us to overcome challenges, obstacles to build His kingdom.

Amazing Grace Is the theme for today’s worship, for it is the theme of our salvation. For it is by grace we are saved, that not of itself, for it is the gift of God. For God so loves the world that he gave his only Son, so whoever believes in Jesus will not perish, but have unending life with him. Those…

1 My son, forget not my law; But let thine heart keep my commandments: 2 For length of days, and long life, And peace, shall they add to thee. 3 Let not mercy and truth forsake thee: Bind them about thy neck; Write them upon the table of thine heart: 4 So shalt thou find favour and good understanding…

Introduction: According to most available statistics, around 50% of marriages end in divorce. And if you look at the top two reasons for divorce, they usually vacillate between infidelity and finances. But I want us to realize that these two reasons for divorce are much deeper than we give them credit.…

As we celebrate Mother’s Day today, I want us to consider a passage of scripture well known to us. A passage many of us had to memorize as children possibly, and for good reason! Yet, I believe it is a passage forgotten, or that holds less importance as we grow older in the church. The concept I want…

INTRODUCTION: Have you ever done something… And thought your parents were going to figuratively kill you? Maybe it was an accident… Or maybe it was outright sin and disobedience. Maybe you didn’t think you were going to get caught … and then you were. But nevertheless, you were afraid of what your parents…

The Beginning of Knowledge School House Rock Knowledge is Power! 1 The proverbs of Solomon, son of David, king of Israel: 2 To know wisdom and instruction, to understand words of insight, 3 to receive instruction in wise dealing, in righteousness, justice, and equity; 4 to give prudence to the simple,…

1 Peter 2:11–12 (ESV) — 11 Beloved, I urge you as sojourners and exiles to abstain from the passions of the flesh, which wage war against your soul. 12 Keep your conduct among the Gentiles honorable, so that when they speak against you as evildoers, they may see your good deeds and glorify God on the…

Introduction What happens when we accept Jesus Christ into our life? What changes about us? Some may say Some things changed Most things changed Everything changed In reality only one thing changed. We have a new Identity. 4 But God, being rich in mercy, because of the great love with which he loved…

How many of you are married or hope to be married someday? How many of you have a good marriage or want to have a good marriage someday? Marriage is one of the most important and influential relationships in our lives. It can bring us great joy and satisfaction, or great pain and sorrow. It can help…

Who are we? 1 Peter, an apostle of Jesus Christ, To those who are elect exiles of the Dispersion in Pontus, Galatia, Cappadocia, Asia, and Bithynia, 2 according to the foreknowledge of God the Father, in the sanctification of the Spirit, for obedience to Jesus Christ and for sprinkling with his blood:…

Honoring God by Honoring Parents Since moving down here to Palm Beach County, I have noticed a certain impatience some folks have in traffic. I have especially noticed that some people, within a millisecond of a traffic light going green, expect the car in front of them to speed off like a rocket, and…

Nehemiah 8 March 26, 2023 Introduction: Good morning once again. I invite you to open your Bibles or your devices to Nehemiah chapter 8. Today we are going to see what happens when the Word of God is honored by the people of God. Up to this point Nehemiah has come from Susa where he was serving as cup…

We have cause for celebration today as our nation celebrates 245 years this morning. America has been an independent nation for nearly a quarter of a millennium. That is a long time. Today we not only celebrate the freedoms that we enjoy here in America, but, and more importantly, we honor the God who…

Opening Prayer: Almighty and holy God, we come before you today with humble and grateful hearts. We thank you for your word, that nourishes our souls and guides our steps. We thank you for your Spirit, that empowers us and comforts us. We thank you for your Son, that died for us and rose again. We ask…

Honoring Authority Getting into the 5th commandment 16 “ ‘Honor your father and your mother, as the Lord your God commanded you, that your days may be long, and that it may go well with you in the land that the Lord your God is giving you. A just society begins at home A just society honors God above…

Introduction: Good morning. If you have your Bibles let me invite you to open with me to the book of Mark chapter 6. We will begin reading in verse 53 and then read through chapter 7 verse 13. 53 When they had crossed over, they came to land at Gennesaret and moored to the shore. 54 And when they got…