Posts Tagged ‘ Gospel ’

VerseD: John 8:32

“You will know the truth, and the truth will set you free.”

John 8:32, HCSB

True knowledge begins in knowing Jesus Christ is the source of truth and knowledge. Wisdom is being set free from the lies of this world by choosing to follow Christ.

Sermon: The Joy of Being a Disciple – Philippians 4:1-14

I preached again!

I was actually a little excited for this message, and I had a horrible night in terms of sleep. That usually tells me the service will be good, and I and the congregation seem to agree with this, yet again.

As usual, my PowerPoint is available below the video. May you be blessed in hearing on growing in joy as Christ’s disciple and fellow worker.

The Joy of Being a Disciple
Philippians 4:1-14

VerseD: Hebrews 13:8

Jesus Christ is the same yesterday, today, and forever.

Hebrews 13:8, HCSB

God became one of us, and yet Jesus Christ is still the eternal God who loves us and redeems us from sin.

VerseD: Colossians 3:1

So if you have been raised with the Messiah, seek what is above, where the Messiah is, seated at the right hand of God.

Colossians 3:1, HCSB

God became one of us to save us, and now Jesus is glorified at the right hand of the Father. We now have God as our Father, because of Christ.

VerseD: Matthew 22:37

He said to him, “Love the Lord your God with all your heart, with all your soul, and with all your mind.”

Matthew 22:37, HCSB

God became one of us to show us how to love God and others rightly, and now He helps us to lov him and others rightly.

VerseD: Psalm 100:5

For Yahweh is good, and His love is eternal; His faithfulness endures through all generations.

Psalm 100:5, HCSB

God became one of us, proving His love and faithfulness toward us. Let us live lives of love and faithfulness like Christ.

VerseD: Galatians 5:14

For the entire law is fulfilled in one statement: Love your neighbor as yourself.

Galatians 5:14, HCSB

God became one of us, and Jesus demonstrated loving neighbors by living and dying for the sake of sinners. We likewise should live sacrificially to draw others to Christ and fulfill the law of love.

VerseD: Deuteronomy 6:5

Love the Lord your God with all your heart, with all your soul, and with all your strength.

Deuteronomy 6:5, HCSB

God became one of us, showing His love in perfect obedience and faithfulness so that we could love Him rightly and well.

VerseD: John 1:14

The Word became flesh and took up residence among us. We observed His glory, the glory as the One and Only Son from the Father, full of grace and truth.

John 1:14, HCSB

God became one of us, and the one who cannot be approached for fear of death came near us in a safe and loving way that we may know Him and approach Him in confidence.

VerseD: Matthew 6:19

“Don’t collect for yourselves treasures on earth, where moth and rust destroy and where thieves break in and steal.”

Matthew 6:19, HCSB

It is easy to grow frustrated with this world, so let us not focus on the things of this world. It is better to pursue the peace of God and share Him with others.