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Sermons by the Pastor – Table 4

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Sermon TitleScripture TextListenOutlineOutlineSubject
ARK OF PEACE-SEA OF TROUBLEJohn 14:1-2, 22AUDIOAdobeMSWordJesus Christ brought us the holy hope of salvation for comfort in our days of trouble.
CHILD DISCIPLINEDeuteronomy 21:18-21AUDIOAdobeMSWordParents in America have been steered away from using sound discipline on their children.  This produces a lawless society over time.  
DAY BY DAYExodus 15:4, 15AUDIOAdobeMSWordThe miracle of manna stands as one of the great biblical attention-getters in the history of the Jews, and stands as a great event for instruction to the people of God regarding dependence on the Lord each day. 
DAY BY DAYPART 2Exodus 15:4, 15AUDIOAdobeMSWordPart Two of Day by Day – Message continues to feature lessons from the Lord given in the account of feeding Israel with manna from heaven.
DEPRESSION AND DESPAIR IN LIFEEcclesiastes 2:20AUDIOAdobeMSWordDepression and despair are real and present in our world today.  Solomon examines these conditions, and scripture provides a route for dealing with them as believers.  
DIVINE WASHINGEphesians 5:22-33AUDIOAdobeMSWordBiblical guidance about marriage relationships provides deep insights into Christ’s love and care for His church.  
DIVINE WISDOM ABOUT SIN AND SINNERSLuke 5:27-32AUDIOAdobeMSWordWe need an example to follow for our own conduct as children of God’s kingdom and as witnesses for our Savior. Jesus Christ is the perfect model, and He teaches us that responses to lost sinners needs to be variable based on spiritual wisdom.   
EVERY IDLE WORDMatthew 12:36-37; Ecclesiastes 5:2AUDIOAdobeMSWordHumans must give account to God for every idle word spoken.  This message examines the profile of idle words and provides advice about reducing our own.   
FREEDOM OF CHOICERomans 6:11-13AUDIOAdobeMSWordExamination of our role in the Kingdom of God can enable us to be more proactive in taking charge of our lives in order to walk closer to the Lord.  
FROM THE HEARTRomans 6:17; Ephesians 6:6AUDIOAdobeMSWordObedience to the gospel call to salvation is an event of the soul; referred to as “the heart” in scripture.  Those who receive Christ have done so through a change of “heart” wrought by the Holy Spirit.  
GETTING IN A BIND1Samuel 13:1-14AUDIOAdobeMSWordPresumption and over-reaction can cause humans to intrude into God’s arena without consulting Him to understand the right way to proceed in life’s emergencies.  
GOD’S INVENTORYGalatians 3:6AUDIOAdobeMSWordGod’s complete inventory of all creation includes a careful look at the souls of humanity.  In that assessment, nothing is missed.  
GOD’S VISIONMalachi 1:6-14AUDIOAdobeMSWordIn the vision of God, all races and cultures of humanity are touched by the power of the gospel message, and by the presence of the Holy Spirit upon earth, and He will ultimately be glorified by it.    
IF GOD PERMITHebrews 5:5, 11-14; Hebrews 6:1-3AUDIOAdobeMSWordStudy and application of the Word of God helps believers grow in faith and become informed by the wisdom of the Lord.  
LESSONS FROM THE TEMPTATION OF CHRISTMatthew 4:1-11AUDIOAdobeMSWordJesus Christ experiences the range of temptations brought by the devil as He waits on the mountain.  By this, He experiences all we might experience related to temptation, and is victorious in resisting in our behalf.  
LESSONS FROM THE TEMPTATION OF CHRISTPART 2Matthew 4:1-11AUDIOAdobeMSWordWe look further at the temptations of Christ and learn more about ways of responding to temptations
LESSONS FROM THE TEMPTATION OF CHRISTPART 3Matthew 4:1-11AUDIOAdobeMSWordWe look further at the temptations of Christ and learn more about ways of responding to temptations
LETMatthew 5:16AUDIOAdobeMSWordA study on the use of the word “let” in the New Testament and its application to the responsibility of believers.  
LET-PART 2Matthew 5:16AUDIOAdobeMSWordSecond part of the study on the use of the word “let” in the New Testament.  
LET-PART 3Matthew 5:16AUDIOAdobeMSWordThird part of the study on the use of the word “let” in the New Testament.  
LYING DECEIT & DESTRUCTION2Thessalonians 2:1-12AUDIOAdobeMSWordThe apostle Paul provides comfort and assurance to believers to counter false teachings about Christ’s return.  This message examines aspects of that subject.  
MANAGING GOD-PART 1Romans 9:15-23AUDIOAdobeMSWordThe tendency in humans to try to manage the business of God is examined.  The infinite wisdom, understanding, and prerogative of the Lord are highlighted.  
MANAGING GOD-PART 2Romans 9:15-23AUDIOAdobeMSWordPart 2 of human attempts to manage God and His business.  
MANAGING GOD-PART 3Romans 9:15-23AUDIOAdobeMSWordPart 3 of human attempts to manage God and His business.  
MEANS MOTIVE & OPPORTUNITYJohn 6:25-29AUDIOAdobeMSWordCuriousity and excitement are major incentives which cause a lot of people to be captivated by attractions which stimulate personal interests.  However, such interest may only be present for carnal reasons.  
MEAT IN DUE SEASONEcclesiastes 3:1; Matthew 24:44-45AUDIOAdobeMSWordWhile human beings often view events on earth as often accidental, random, and out of control, God orders all things and allows the unfolding of events according to His own timetable.  
MEAT IN DUE SEASON-PART 2Ecclesiastes 3:1; Matthew 24:44-45AudioAdobeMSWordThis is the second part of the message in which we learn that while human beings often view events on earth as often accidental, random, and out of control, God orders all things and allows the unfolding of events according to His own timetable. 
MYSTERY OF GODLINESS1Timothy 3:16AUDIOAdobeMSWordGod-like actions and events purposed and unfolded by the Lord are examined.  The focus of this message is on the unfolding of mysteries surrounding the earthly life and witness of Christ.  
NO EXCUSESRomans 1:16-22AUDIOAdobeMSWordJustifying the godless behavior of unbelievers has its limits.  Christians are warned not to go down this road so far that they begin to excuse people who are blind in their unregenerate condition, and in so doing, side with them against God.  
RESONANCE-PART 12Peter 3:16; 1John 2:26-27AUDIOAdobeMSWordBelievers are possessed with the guiding presence of the Holy Spirit, and God’s truth resonates with their souls.  
RESONANCE-PART 22Peter 3:16; 1John 2:26-27AUDIOAdobeMSWordPart 2 of how the Lord’s truth resonates with believers.  
RESPONSIBILITYGenesis 3:1-13AUDIOAdobeMSWordDisobedience and shifting the blame are characteristics of humanity used frequently when refusing to accept responsibility for actions.  The Lord teaches His people to accept responsibility for actions which results in spiritual maturity.  
REVERSING MORAL FOUNDATIONSIsaiah 5:20AUDIOAdobeMSWordThe Lord pronounces judgment upon those who reverse established foundation principles and by that invalidate fundamental morality.  
SPIRITUAL RESIZINGJohn 3:22-30AUDIOAdobeMSWordCarnal humans have always sought fame and notoriety and the human spirit not healed by the Lord longs to be in the forefront.  Modern communications and social media have enabled this, but scripture teaches us that a life of faith leads us to seek the increase of notoriety and fame of Jesus Christ while standing in the background ourselves.  
STEWARDSLuke 12:42-48AUDIOAdobeMSWordBelievers are stewards of the things of God.  In that stewardship, we are responsible for what we know and understand.  At the same time, we are led by the Spirit to gain knowledge and understanding about the Lord in order to improve our stewardship.  
THINGS WE KNOW1John 5:19-20AUDIONo OutlineNo OutlineThe bible teaches believers that, because of their relationship with the Lord, there are spiritual things they can know for a certainty.
TIMES OF TROUBLEJohn 14:1-3AUDIOAdobeMSWordJesus teaches his disciples to be optimistic about the future, because they will be provided for and will enjoy an everlasting future with Him.  Believers in every generation can be uplifted in times of trouble by contemplating the message He has given us.  
TRUTH & FREEDOMJohn 8:31-36AUDIOAdobeMSWordWhen people come into contact with, and believe the truth of God, they are truly set free.  
WALKING ON WATERMatthew 14:22-32AUDIOAdobeMSWordThe Lord’s presence with us can speak to our souls, calm our fears, and embolden us to feats of faith.  But, if we do not keep our spiritual eye on Christ, things can go awry.  
WHEN COMPROMISE SHACKLES FREEDOM Genesis 19:1-17AUDIOAdobeMSWordThere is a point at which humans must take a stand or have their freedoms shackled. Many times compromise brings us to that point.   
WHEN COMPROMISE SHACKLES FREEDOM-PART 2Genesis 19:1-17AUDIOAdobeMSWordPart 2 of message on taking a stand.  
WHEN THERE IS NO RULERJudges 21:25AUDIOAdobeMSWordWhen Christ does not rule the direction and structure of a nation, the righteous suffer and wickedness increases and corrupts.  
WHY BOTHER?1Peter 4:1-7AUDIOAdobeMSWordIn a world obsessed with carnal temporal pursuits and agenda, believers are presented with a question about the need or reason to continue to live uprightly and witness for Christ. 
WHY CHURCH?Ephesians 3:21AUDIOAdobeMSWordThe importance of being faithful to identify with one of the Lord’s churches and attend and support it is presented.  
WHY CHURCH? PART 2Ephesians 3:21AUDIOAdobeMSWordPart 2 on the importance of church membership and faithfulness.
WHY SOME PROFESSED BELIEVERS DON’T GROW SPIRITUALLYMatthew 15:16AUDIOAdobeMSWordA number of reasons are explained for why some people who profess to know Christ don’t experience spiritual growth.   
WORK IN THE VINEYARDMatthew 20:1-15AUDIOAdobeMSWordWork in a vineyard is used by the Lord to teach lessons about Himself as Master of the vineyard and citizens of the Kingdom of God as workers in the vineyard.   
WORK IN THE VINEYARD-PART 2Matthew 20:1-15AUDIOAdobeMSWordPart 2 of Christ’s lesson about work in the Kingdom of God.  
ZEAL WITHOUT KNOWLEDGE Romans 10:1-4AUDIOAdobeMSWordMan is a religious creature, can develop a zeal that is religion-oriented, but lacks the spiritual elements that accompany salvation.  Such religious zeal lacks the true knowledge imparted by the Lord. 
ZEAL WITHOUT KNOWLEDGE-PART 2Romans 10:1-4AUDIOAdobeMSWordPart 2 of the message about religious zeal that lacks Godly knowledge.  

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