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The Pattern Of Ephesians So here we are. The half way point of the Letter to the Ephesians that Paul has written. Over the last month and a half we’ve broken down the first 3 chapters. Our prayer is that you’ve studied this and have became more familiar with these passages of scripture. Here at this…

Introduction This morning we will continue our walk through the book of Romans into chapter 9. Chapters 9-11 are a little bit different. We do not want to skip them, there are things here that we have to understand. We need to have a working knowledge of the doctrines presented here, if we are going…

A Beneficial Death By the time of the events in the regions known in the Old Testament as Bashan — Peter’s confession at Caesarea Philippi and the transfiguration on Mount Hermon — Jesus knew that the hour of his death was fast approaching. He had provoked a confrontation with intelligent evil in many…

Proximity to Danger Like many of you, I have seen the pictures coming out of Ukraine these last days and been terrified for them, but also amazed at their resilience in the face of danger. The one gal that was intriguing to me was a fashion photographer who had fled her home but was staying in the Ukraine…

Immediately after the wall was complete (fully), Nehemiah appointed leaders to secure and protect the city. After the gates were set, he appointed gatekeepers. Gatekeepers usually protected the doors of the temple, but because of the threats, they were tasked with guarding the gates of the city. Singers…

Diving Deep into the Sermon on the Mount Picture yourself, if you will as one of the disciples of Jesus on a sunny afternoon. It is warm, and you have been actively working alongside Jesus ministering to the large crowds of people who typically gathered when He was around. Jesus decides it is time to…

A Beneficial Death By the time of the events in the region known in Old Testament days as Bashan—Peter’s confession at Caesarea Philippi and the transfiguration on Mount Hermon—Jesus knew that the hour of his death was fast approaching. He had provoked a confrontation with intelligent evil in many ways…

Why is Christmas a big deal? There are many in the world who do not see the birth of Christ as a cause for joy. But the New Testament makes a big deal about it. We have quite detailed descriptions of Jesus’ birth in Luke’s and Matthew’s gospel. The first chapter of John’s gospel give a more theological/philosophical…

2020… what else do I need to say? It’s been a year. Pandemic, losses of friends and family, losses of jobs, riots, Politics, new job opportunities, loss of habits, … and it just keeps on going. We all want more joy, but we have learned that we have to choose Joy. Pray Purity guilty and happy Our purpose…

Good morning. Please take your Bibles and turn them with me to Ephesians 4 , Ephesians 4 . We are thankful that you have joined us this morning - whether here in person or online - and it is our desire to point your eyes and hearts to the living Christ. This morning’s passage is a great passage with…

Pericopal Series: Living in the Hope of Our Inheritance 1. Living Our Unchangeable Inheritance (1 Peter 1:3–9) 2. Living in Reverent Fear (1 Peter 1:17–21) 3. Living through Unjust Suffering (1 Peter 2:19–25) 4. Living as Holy Priests (1 Peter 2:4–10) 5. Living to Witness to the Hope (1 Peter 3:15–22)…

Hebrews 7:11-28 Introduction Good morning. Go ahead and open your bibles or devices to Hebrews 7:11-28 . When I say the word "perfect", what comes to mind? What is the definition of that word when you think about using it in a sentence? What are the thoughts that come to mind when you hear me say that…

There is certain background in Daniel chapter nine that is essential to understand the events that will unfold in the following chapters of Revelation. The angel Gabriel gave Daniel a prophecy involving seventy weeks. Sixty-nine of these weeks are history but they constitute the most astonishing passage…

The Bible There are 66 books in the Bible; 39 Old Testament, 27 New Testament. 40 different authors. (8 possibly 9 authors New Testament) Books were written within a roughly 1500 year span. ( 1400 BC -100 AD) New Testament has four genres; The Gospel, Acts of the apostles, the epistles, apocalypse. The…

THE DAY THE SHOUTING STOPPED Luke 19:29-40 Luke 19:29-40 THE DAY THE SHOUTING STOPPED Intro : The life of our Lord was marked by contrasts. In the beginning of His ministry, He operated in obscurity. However, as the news of His power and His claims to be the Messiah spread, people began to flock around…

Introduction Good morning and welcome to Dishman Baptist Church. I love going to the Shepherd’s Conference. For me, in my own personal ministry and for my growth it is one of the singular spiritual highlights of my year. But it never fails that almost as soon as I get back from that wonderful, uplifting…

He is risen! Our entire faith rests on the fact that Jesus is alive. If he never came back to life, our faith is worthless, because there is no hope. We know that Jesus is who he said he is because he came back to life. Each of the Gospels records the amazing story of Jesus’ resurrection, well at least…

When coming to this text in 1 Peter, the wise and learned reformer, Martin Luther had this to say: “A wonderful text is this, and a more obscure passage than any other in the [New] Testament…I do not know for a certainty what Peter means…I cannot understand and I cannot explain it. And there has been…

Nehemiah and Ezra make sure that the Word of God is not only a priority to be read and known, but that the people also prioritize their response to God’s Word; how can we plan a life of faith that responds to the Word of God?

This passage forces us to ask one critical question- what is the nature of your relationship with Christ? Your answer to this question makes all the difference in the world. Being in a relationship with someone can bring with that union several key advantages. Illustration: Being someone’s pastor during…

Intro Have you ever noticed how much of scripture, and especially the gospels, is aimed at the heart? God wants us to have a knowledge of him. So much so that as Paul says in Romans 19 For what can be known about God is plain to them, because God has shown it to them. 20 For his invisible attributes,…

Terms & Definition The Ordinance of Communion is known by a few names. Communion which is found in 16 The cup of blessing which we bless, is it not the communion of the blood of Christ? The bread which we break, is it not the communion of the body of Christ? And we will define this a little more later.…

Nunc Dimittis This morning we are going to wrap up the birth narratives in Luke’s Gospel. And we are going to look at the last song that is sung by those impacted by Jesus’ birth. This is number 4 of 4. The first song was Mary’s Magnificat -where she magnifies the Lord. The second is Zech. Benedictus…

The Resurrection Plan: 20-28 Now, the resurrection of Jesus Christ was very, very, very unique. And that’s where he begins. Let’s look at point, the redeemer. “Now as Christ risen from the dead and become the first fruits of them that slept.” Now he affirms again that Christ has risen. That’s a fact…