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Lily shares about how the willingness of God’s servants allow others to see the willingness of God.

Previously From life as the church (1Timothy) to service within the church (2Timothy). The church being made up of many parts have important parts that are needed. God provides what is needed ( 2Tim1:7 ) 7 For God has not given us a spirit of timidity, but of power and love and discipline. Paul was reminding…

Quarterly Business meeting next week A very short Finance team meeting after service today INTRODUCTION This morning we will be continuing in our series through Matthew and we will be learning about “Discipleship is imitating Jesus”. Many people have their own idea of what it means to follow Christ,…

Generosity is freely sharing with others the many gifts God has given us. A spirit of generosity arises from gratitude. As we imitate Gods own generous nature, our generosity overflows to bless the people around us.

Intro This morning I would like to conclude this mini series on Behold the Lamb. We have seen thus far The Promise of the Lamb, The Preparation of the Lamb and today I want us to see the Provision of the Lamb. God has provided us with so many things in our lives, but I believe we could all admit that…

19 I hope in the Lord Jesus to send Timothy to you soon, so that I too may be cheered by news of you. 20 For I have no one like him, who will be genuinely concerned for your welfare. 21 For they all seek their own interests, not those of Jesus Christ. 22 But you know Timothy’s proven worth, how as a…

God reveals himself to the “foolish” God hides himself from the “wise”. God does the heavy lifting. Application: Spiritual maturity depends on faith, not knowledge. Faith depends on willingness, not wisdom. God is more than enough to make up the difference.

More Troubles Ahead Paul talks about troubles in many of his writings. Heaven knows he had enough of them. As he continues the journey after the tumult and troubles in Thessalonica he comes to Berea. The setting of our passage tonight. Troubles reminded: unpersuaded Jews became envious of Paul’s preaching…

Introduction We are in a study of the book of James Sometimes as I read James, think he may have been a little ADHD. He changes subjects often and it appears that there is no rhyme or reason to his letter. Yet if you look closer you will see that he has a line of thought. In Chapter 2, he is describing…

A Year in Review… How many of you remember when news programs would do “A Year in Review”? I remember living with my Grandmother… one of here favorite shows was “60 Minutes.” Every year around New Years, I think it was Andy Rooney, who would use his commentary segment to do “a year in review.” It was…

Based on Hebrews 2:9-18. Jesus ws born with a purpose and humility. Together we learn why jesus became less than angels and what that means for the living of our lives.

Review: Principles 1.Passion, 2.Possession, 3.Burden Questions: Note: mentioned seeing Satanic lyrics about killing animals etc and that I found it in the bible. I forgot to mention two things about the difference between them The sacrifices mentioned by these satanists were of cruelty and domination,…

Journey to the Cross Series: Last week we began our new series addressing the fact that as we approach Easter we need to take time beforehand to remember the sacrifice, suffering, and resurrection of Christ. We do that by mourning over our sin and realizing that because of our sin Christ had to come…

Mary’s Willingness Mary was a special person because of her willingness to bear a child to be a possible unwed teen mom to face the hostility of the towns people to have the possibility of her betrothed husband divorce her to live in deep poverty to be a servant of God and carry this child Her faith…

The Wisemen could be viewed as an anomaly in the overall Christmas story. To many people, the Wisemen stand out because they don’t want them at the manger sene. Some people see them as the sophisticated ones present and wish they were like the Wisemen more than they desire to be like Christ - almost…

Our world can encourage entitlement. Sometimes we feel we are “owed” something. This can lead to pride in some cases and taken to the extreme can lead to what we call “narcissism”. We may feel like we don’t deserve anything. The opposite is sometimes we feel like we don’t deserve anything. To the We…

This Week’s Theme: “Just Do Your Part!” Sermon Text: Genesis 17:1-5 Memory Verse: 1 John 5:3 “For this is the love of God, that we keep his commandments. and His commandments are not burdensome.” This Week’s Word Is: Obedience. Obedience is a willingness to submit oneself to the will of God and put it…

Good afternoon! It is a privilege to gather together in worship and fellowship today, as we embark on a transformative journey through God's Word. Today, we begin a new sermon series that holds the potential to bring healing, restoration, and renewed hope to our lives. Our focus will be on the profound…

Introduction Our new them for September is “What Ever You Do, Work Heartily” Corresponds with our 2023 theme of Right Race, Good Fight, Steadfast Faith Our Topic for today’s message is “Finding Purpose in Our Work” Some Common Attitudes Towards Work Work from a Biblical Perspective Living Out Purposeful…

Merry Christmas! Christ in Christmas may choose to not recognize Him but cant take him out… Christ mas… because of Christ Big Idea of the Text: Christmas isn’t an abstract holiday or idea; Jesus came to earth as a real human to reconcile us to God. Application Point: Christ’s willingness to show a “messy…

Jesus spent a day at the shore, but people still followed him. There were so many people that Jesus had to get in a boat. Thankfully, sound carries very well across the water. In a sense, Jesus’ pulpit was a boat. Jesus spoke in another parable. Something very familiar to the people of his time. Nearly…

For if the willingness is there, the gift is acceptable according to what one has, not according to what one does not have. Who is Jesus ? The world will answer this question first by not what Scripture says but how you and I live each day. Books like You Lost Me , UnChristian, Why Nobody Wants to Go…

Heavenly Father, As we gather today, we come before Your presence with humble hearts. We acknowledge Your sovereignty and grace, and we thank You for the privilege of worshiping You. Lord, as we prepare to hear Your word, open our hearts and minds. Help us to see the truth in Your message and the significance…

Introduction Good morning and welcome to Dishman Baptist Church. It is a blessing and a privilege to have you with us this morning. It is also a privilege and a blessing to have any of you who may be joining with us online this morning. We wish you could be present with us but are also so thankful for…