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Intro: Probably the most exciting parts of Bible reading are the genealogies of where we read someone begot someone, and they begot someone else, and we don’t know how to pronounce any of their names. Just kidding! Though genealogies are boring to most of us, they are very important God or he would not…

If Magi were so despised by the culture and condemned by the Scripture, why did Matthew place them at the presence of Christ, God’s Son? In fact, this is not the only scandalous story he told. Let's look at the provocative message of Matthew's Magi story.

A young stockbroker didn’t like some of the shady moves his superiors were making. He had a feeling that the company was headed for the rocks. So he quietly put his résumé out and soon joined another company, at a slightly lower salary. It had been a lateral move, bringing no advantage of position or…

We are reminded that God graciously reclines at the table with us. We are encouraged to sit down with Jesus even in the midst of our brokenness.

Several week ago, we started this series, but have had a few weeks off. We talked about walking according to the Spirit 16 So I say, walk by the Spirit, and you will not gratify the desires of the flesh. 17 For the flesh desires what is contrary to the Spirit, and the Spirit what is contrary to the flesh.…

We are reminded that God counts us as righteous and designs our reality for the greatest good. We are encouraged to have an eternal perspective.

It is time we stop disregardign ourselves and realize the God sees somethign better, somethign more useful, in us!

The New Testament is made up of 5 types of literature: The Gospels (Matthew - John) History (Acts) Pauline Epistles (Romans - Philemon) General Epistles (Hebrews - Jude) Prophecy (Revelation) Titus is a Pauline epistle . More specifically it is a pastoral epistle . Author: Paul 1 Paul, a servant of God…

Recap: Lie: Jesus was all about rules and regs. Jesus is all about loving people like us, no matter what. Tonight’s lie: Lie: Jesus is kind of a wimp. Reality is Jesus is powerful, blazing fire, creator, strong enough to destroy your probs, tell a Pharisee to shut up, flip a table, stop a storm in its…

God frequently chooses that which is damaged or broken to magnify His glory.

Finding Your People 6 Then she arose with her daughters-in-law to return from the country of Moab, for she had heard in the fields of Moab that the Lord had visited his people and given them food. Having left judah withher husband, due to a famine, Naomi heard that the Lord had come to the adi of Judah.…

Are you someone that says - No I don’t live by faith? My response would be - Oh but you do, it’s really just a matter of - in what or whom your faith rests. A husband eats food cooked by his wife without having it tested to see if it contains poison. Why? Because he has faith in his wife that she will…

This is the fourth of five visions the LORD has shown Amos recorded in chapters 7-9. Summer fruit, the end result of the year’s work, was anticipated from early spring. A bowl of summer fruit would be welcomed for a guest in home or tent. It would be tasty, refreshing and much anticipated. In this vision…

Nov 1, 2012, the Atlanta Sun Journal reported the story of Michael and Channel Keeley, who had been notified that the tenants in their rental property had been arrested on drug charges. When the Keeleys arrived at the property to prepare for new tenants, they found holes in the wall, and pulled out bags…

Intro; Last week we looked at the family tree of Jesus and saw a lot of shady characters in it. We also talked about our on family trees, our DNA and are we in the Jesus’ family tree ‘The Lambs Book of Life.” So when we come to Christmas we realize its a lot more than just presents, its about family.…

Intro Does it feel like sometimes God isn’t active? We look around and see so much injustice, and we wonder, “Where is God? Why hasn’t He put and end to this?” Does God even see us and our plight? Does God care about those in power who don’t use their authority and influence to uphold justice? How long…

When Gilead, Eastern Israel, became desparate, they sought help from the bandit Jephthah to lead them in the battle against their enemies. In return, he would be their ruler. But does great skill in battle make for a great leader? Join us as we discover the tragic consequences of promoting bad character.

Introduction As we are approaching Christmas, we began a series last week the birth narratives of the four gospels. We, however, started by seeing when the time of complete God sent His Son, born of woman, born under the law, to save those who were sinners. Galatians 4:4-5 God moved in history to prepare…

Introduction Did any of you see any of these video’s from TikTok last week…the ones with Tom Cruise? Many Tom Cruise fans were happy to see their favorite actor join TikTok…the social media platform. Finally, here was Tom getting with the program and sharing some of his life with adoring fans! But was…

As Jesus performs a quiet sign and a public challenge, we are faced with the question: am I following Jesus and finding joy, or am I fighting Jesus and finding judgment?

Pastoral Prayer Good morning, Gateway Chapel! Announcements Prep Baptism New Community Group Christmas Party Scripture 2023 is almost over, ladies and gentlemen! And that means we have almost come to the close of Matthew’s gospel. We’ve studied so many great words from Matthew like, “The kingdom is near!”…

Intro: I worry so much. I always have. It stems from my old nature. In Colossians 3:17 , we get a sense of God's vision for our lives. Here's what it is: Read: Colossians 3:17 17 And whatever you do, in word or deed, do everything in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through…

Indictment #1 ( Job 38:1- 40:2)- Job presumed to have sufficient knowledge of the facts to bring God’s ways and character into question. 2 Who is this that darkeneth counsel By words without knowledge? 3 Gird up now thy loins like a man; For I will demand of thee, and answer thou me. 1. The God who is…