Big Idea: In Christ we are NEVER condemned. 1. In Christ our condemnation was replaced by a new desire to walk in OBEDIENCE to the Spirit of God. 2. In Christ our condemnation was PAID by the perfect blood of Christ Jesus. 3. In Christ our condemnation was removed by the Holy Spirit who INDWELLS and imparts life.
Big Idea: The struggle with sin is real; but in Christ there is no condemnation. 1. For every believer there is an internal battle of wills, and this battle is fierce and ongoing. 2. The internal battle between your old and new nature is evidence of salvation and spiritual life. 3. The internal battle remind you of your desperate need for a Savior who forgives, redeems and transforms.
Big Idea: In Jesus we are no longer bound to an external, handwritten law. 1. In Christ's DEATH we are released from the Law. 2. In Christ's RESURRECTION we are joined to Christ. 3. In Christ we are free from SIN's stranglehold
Big idea: In Jesus we are free to surrender our lives to God as King. 1. Two choices: Serve God or Serve Self 2. Two masters: Holy God or Sin/Satan/Self 3. Two destinies: Eternal Life or Eternal Death
Big idea: In Jesus we are set free from sin's daily power over us. 1. Believers are called to no longer live in sin. 2. Believers are able to walk in newness of life. 3. Believers are no longer slaves to sin. 4. Believers alive in God through Christ. 5. Believers are instrument of righteousness.
Big idea: the free gift of grace secures our justification, life, and righteousness in Christ Jesus.
"Emmanuel" is good news for God's people. "Emmanuel" is terrible news for God's enemies.
Big Idea: The pursuit of peace ends in the arms of Jesus. 1: Peace because our sins are paid in full forever. 2-5: Peace because suffering is no longer pointless. 6-10: Peace because at our worst Jesus pursued us. 10-11: Peace because we have been reconciled to God.
Big Idea: You are justified in Christ alone. 1. God's promises to Abraham and his offspring predate the giving of the law. 2. God's promises to Abraham are broader than Abraham's physical offspring. 3. God's promises of blessing extends to the offspring of Abraham's faith. 4. God delivers and justifies all who believe in Jesus with faith like Abraham.
Big Idea: You are justified by faith alone. 1. Faith dependent on your works does not work. 2. Faith dependent on Christ's finished work works. 3. Faith void of works is not genuine faith. 4. Faith producing works is genuine faith.
Big Idea: You are justified by faith alone. 1. Faith dependent on your works does not work. 2. Faith dependent on Christ's finished work works. 3. Faith void of works is not genuine faith. 4. Faith producing works is genuine faith.
Big Idea:God has called you to bring the good news across the street and across the ocean. Our mission is to go into the world and preach the Gospel, make disciples, and baptize them. We are to: EQUIP, WITNESS, and GO.
Big Idea: Will you be always abounding in the work of the Lord? 3 Commitments: 1. Be steadfast! 2. Be immovable! 3. Be abounding! 1 Promise: The pain and price are worth it knowing that your labor is not in vain.
Big Idea: We Have a Story to Tell. 1. Come and see. - Psalm 34:8; John 3:16 2. Bow and Worship - Philippians 2:9 3. Go and Tell - Matthew 28:7; 2 Corinthians 5:20
Big Idea: God Can Be Trusted Even in the Dark. 1. Faith embraces the Plan of God before it makes complete sense! (Matthew 1:18-25) 2. Faith celebrates the Promises of God before they are fully realized! (Luke 1:39-56) 3. Faith trusts the Words of God over the Lies of Circumstances! (Matthew 1:18-25)
Big Idea: God is Sovereign. 1. Zechariah & Elizabeth's prayer has been heard. - Call upon the Lord and He will hear you. (Jer. 29:12-13) - Be faithful while waiting. (Prov. 3:5-6) 2. Zechariah & Elizabeth's answered prayer will bring joy and gladness. - God's grace turns mourning into joy and gladness. (Psalm 30:11) - God's grace is enough. 3. Zechariah & Elizabeth's blessing will be a blessing to others. - John was the Lord's blessing to the Jews. - John is a blessing to us....
Big Idea: Self righteousness is powerless to save. 1. People who live in glass houses shouldn't throw stones. 2. Just wait until your dad gets home. 3. You reap what you sow.
Big Idea: Rejection of God as creator leads to a spiral of folly, ignorance and darkness.
Big Idea: Creation points to a glorious Creator who alone is worthy of worship. 1. God's wrath is rightly poured out upon sin and sinners. (Romans 1:18) 2. Creation is God's universal witness of Himself. (Romans 1:19-20) 3. Human conscience is God's internal witness of Himself. (Romans 1:21)
Big Idea: The Gospel is enough. FOR I AM NOT ASHAMED OF THE GOSPEL... 1. The Gospel is the Power of God. - For it is the POWER of GOD for SALVATION. 2. The Gospel is available to everyone. - To EVERYONE who BELIEVES, to the Jew first and also to the Greek. 3. The Gospel is a demonstration of the righteousness of God. - For in it the RIGHTEOUSNESS of GOD is revealed. 4. The Gospel is a call to daily live by faith. - From FAITH for FAITH, as it is written, "The righteous shall live by faith"....
Big Idea: God's plan is greater than man's plan. 1. Recognize that God is the builder, not man. - Genesis 11:1-3 2. Recognize that God alone is worthy of praise. - Genesis 11:4 3. Recognize that God's plan comes first. - Genesis 11:5-9 3 Dangerous acts by mankind (verse 4) 1. Human independence and self-sufficiency. 2. High aspiration -- Making a name for themselves. 3. Rejection of God's command.
Big Idea: Are you imparting courage into the life of others? Impart courage by being... - Positively Truthful - Intensely Prayerful - Unashamedly Loving - Intentionally Mission-Focused - Unapologetically God-Centered
Big Idea: Jesus is the ultimate answer to mankind's greater need. 1.Jesus is the promised Messiah and King. 2.Jesus is the centerpiece of the Gospel. 3.Jesus is the priority of our lives.
Big Idea: Pray for a bold proclamation of the gospel in word and deed. 1. Prayer is a lifestyle; not an emergency exit. 2. Interceding for one another. 3. Standing body to proclaim the gospel.
Big Idea: Be equipped daily for Spiritual battle. Be strengthened by Jesus. Stand firm against the evil one. Put on the whole Armor of God.
Be strengthened by Jesus. Stand firm against the evil one. Put on the whole armor of God.
BIG IDEA: Your work-life is a platform for gospel ministry! As to God and not unto men you are called to... Incline your ear to obey your boss Work hard without hidden agendas Seek the interest of your company Treat your employees fair and right
BIG IDEA: Children you have on J-O-B…Obey your parents! 1 Job - Obey Your Parents 1 Attitude - Honor Your Parents 1 Promise - Blessed and Full Life
BIG IDEA: Respecting your husband is an act of faith and obedience to a God who can be trusted
BIG IDEA: Real Men Love Like Jesus in All Seasons of Marriage
