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1 Now concerning things offered to idols: We know that we all have knowledge. Knowledge puffs up, but love edifies. 2 And if anyone thinks that he knows anything, he knows nothing yet as he ought to know. 3 But if anyone loves God, this one is known by Him. 4 Therefore concerning the eating of things…

Big Idea of the Message : We will be thankful not just for the past actions of God but also for His continual work in our life. Remembrance Our lives are full of memories - some good, some bad, some indifferent and some horrifying - regardless of the type they are still there and they are important but…

I just want to say “Praise God” for the salvation's and baptisms He has allowed us to be part of the past two weeks, and as I started thinking about the new journey in life that these new Christians are taking, God pressed on my heart the question “What does it mean to follow Christ”? In biblical terms,…

Shopping Lists I’ve often found it strange that when I walk around a supermarket holding a shopping list, I have on occasion had people remark - oh, a shopping list, now that’s a good idea. I’m usually thinking the comments are said a bit tongue-in-cheek, probably because they keep forgetting to write…

What does it mean to live for God?

1 A good name is better than precious ointment, and the day of death than the day of birth. 2 It is better to go to the house of mourning than to go to the house of feasting, for this is the end of all mankind, and the living will lay it to heart. 3 Sorrow is better than laughter, for by sadness of face…

By Being Faithful 3 Do not let kindness and truth leave you; Bind them around your neck, Write them on the tablet of your heart. 4 So you will find favor and good repute In the sight of God and man. Kindness toward men is paired with truth (also translated firmness or faithfulness) toward men and God.…

1 Thessalonians 4:18 “So encourage each other with these words.” “Billy, it was just a year ago today that you left us and the sunshine went out of our lives. But we turned on the headlights and we’re going on. Billy, we shall keep on doing the best we can until that glorious day when we shall see you…

Introduction A preamble is the introductory statement that explains the underlying philosophy of the whole. As Americans, the preamble that is of greatest importance to us is the preamble to our nation’s constitution. We the People of the United States, in Order to form a more perfect Union, establish…

A greedy old miser dies alone. In his will he's divided his fortune between his pastor, his doctor, and his lawyer with one last request... The old man's will states that he wishes to take his fortune with him. His final request is that these three, the last man on earth he feels he can trust, each bring…

1. The Practice of Honesty 2. The Practice of Order in the Home 3. The Practice of Resolving Conflict Spiritually 4. The Practice of Peacefulness 5. The Practice of Bearing Holy Fruit e. The Christian is to bear the {fruit} of the Spirit in his daily walk. Gal. 5:22-23 G alatians 5:22-23 22 But the fruit…

During the time of Passover When the people gathered and presented yearly sacrifices for the forgiveness of their sin. Why is Jesus seem so angry that he would make a whip and clear out this Temple courtyard ? People, Animals, and Money; It all got thrown out! Gut Reaction: What a waste of resources!…

For Freedom: Living in God’s Forgiveness Please open your Bibles to Deuteronomy chapter 15. The past few weeks we’ve been looking at more specific laws for Israel - Food laws, Tithing … and we’ve seen how they are actions which a person can do to bring worship and honor to the Lord. And I think there’s…

Intro We have been looking at what the church is supposed to be. Jesus said, 18 Now I say to you that you are Peter (which means ‘rock’), and upon this rock I will build my church, and all the powers of hell will not conquer it. Series – Our Church – Passion for God , Prayer, Praise and Worship and for…

Our foundation Scripture is Matthew 28:18-19 18 And Jesus came up and spoke to them, saying, “All authority has been given to Me in heaven and on earth. 19 “Go therefore and make disciples of all the nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and the Son and the Holy Spirit, Last week we added…

NOTE: This is a manuscript, and not a transcript of this message. The actual presentation of the message differed from the manuscript through the leading of the Holy Spirit. Therefore, it is possible, and even likely that there is material in this manuscript that was not included in the live presentation…

Good morning Church, take your copy of God’s Word turn to 1 Peter 4:7-11 In today's message, we will explore what it means to serve for God’s glory. 1 Peter 4:7 (NKJV) 7 But the end of all things is at hand; Lets stop right there. What does Peter mean by saying this? Serve God with the End in Mind 11…

15 Declare these things; exhort and rebuke with all authority. Let no one disregard you. 1 Remind them to be submissive to rulers and authorities, to be obedient, to be ready for every good work, 2 to speak evil of no one, to avoid quarreling, to be gentle, and to show perfect courtesy toward all people.…

Good morning and welcome to Dishman Baptist Church. Please take your Bibles and turn in them with me to Ephesians 4 , Ephesians 4 . We are legitimately going to finish this chapter this morning - and what a finish it is gong to be. Paul started this section of Ephesians - the practical portion of the…

Joseph and his brothers We all know the story Not suffering for its own sake, but because any other way leads to death Reconciliation leads to life All seems a bit much. Beyond our Limits we read these passages - Josephs welcoming his brothers, Jesus teaching love for enemies, and it sounds great. But…

Q: Why did the turkey cross the road? A: To prove it wasn’t a chicken. Q: Why did the chicken cross the road? A: To show the squirrel it could be done. Chickens are always funny- right? Well, they are always funny until you try and answer a particular question about them. Which came first- the chicken…

Soon afterward he went to a town called Nain, and his disciples and a great crowd went with him. As he drew near to the gate of the town, behold, a man who had died was being carried out, the only son of his mother, and she was a widow, and a considerable crowd from the town was with her. And when the…

Intro: Last week we talked about how our redemption should motivate us to live our lives in a way that honors and brings glory to Our Redeemer, Our Living Hope, Jesus Christ. Today we are going to dig a little deeper and focus on what “Redeemed Living” looks like… The Apostle Paul tells us in Romans…

NOTE: This is a manuscript, and not a transcript of this message. The actual presentation of the message differed from the manuscript through the leading of the Holy Spirit. Therefore, it is possible, and even likely that there is material in this manuscript that was not included in the live presentation…

Intro: Preparing for Persecution… What a wonderful sermon title to start off the New Year!… One thing that I have learned over the years is the fact that God’s timing is ALWAYS perfect… Whether it is an: Encouraging phone call from a friend A check in the mailbox that covers the exact amount of a certain…