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What About When I Doubt?  A. We live in confusing times. We hear others express confusion, doubt, and discouragement. Perhaps
REVELATION  •  Victory in Jesus  •  LESSON 19 (September 2)  Revelation 18: “Fallen is Babylon the Great!”  1. By its
Is the Church Overprotective?  A. We’ve been taking a serious look in recent weeks at serious questions that many grapple
Are the Disciples of Jesus Too Judgmental?  We live in a time where many are crying out for tolerance. Many
1. By the use of "After this..." Revelation 19:1 assumes we remember the context of what is happening in this
From the Tribe of Benjamin  In Genesis 49, Jacob is about to pass from this life, and he calls his
1. By its use of "Then," Revelation 20:1 assumes we remember the context of of what is happening in this
Death Will Be Swallowed Up in Victory  A.  To “swallow up” is a curiously vivid phrase.  1.  Aaron’s staff-turned-serpent “swallowed
Finding Victory When Things Seem Hopeless.   There seems to be no shortage of hopeless situations around the world. Along with
1. By its use of "Then," Revelation 21:1 assumes we remember the context of what is happening inthis incredible vision.
What Will Heaven Be All About?A.  When you think of heaven, what comes to your mind? Honestly evaluate: is it
Victorious Husbands  A.  We live in the midst of a confused culture wherein the most fundamental aspects of humanity are
. By its use of "Then," Revelation 22:1 assumes we remember the context of what is happening in this incredible
. By its use of "Then," Revelation 22:1 assumes we remember the context of what is happening in this incredible
The Jesus I Need to See A helpful skill in our lives is the ability to see things as they
The Insecure Christian: Being Deceived Deuteronomy 11:16 Take care lest your heart be deceived, and you turn aside and serve
A. You were created to glorify God.B. As his image-bearer, you have two great internal faculties: 1. An intellectual faculty
A. When the days are at their darkest, we may find it difficult to open our hearts to God’s word,
A. The people of the Bible were just … people.B. Sometimes we resemble the faithful few; at other times we
A. We live in the midst of a confused culture wherein the most fundamental aspects of humanity are frequently blurred
A. Foundational truths: 1. Parenthood was God’s idea (Gen 2:21-24; 3:20; 4:1; Matt 5:14-16, 44-45; 6:3-4, 7-9). 2. Children are
We live in a world where temptation is not just an idea but a harsh reality. Even those who do
A. In New Testament times, Ephesus was the most important commercial city in all of Asia Minor. B. At the
There is an intensity with which we can serve God that will ensure our devotion. God’s word encourages us todevelop
Laurel Canyon - Fall Gospel Meeting November 8-11 Tip Off with Aaron Kemple "Be Strong in the Lord" with lessons
Ephesians 1:3-14 · It is one sentence in the original Greek, over 200 words in one sentence! Someone called this
Ephesians 2 And You Notice: You (Gentiles); We also (Jews)In the Devil 1. Dead 2. Self-indulgent, living like the rest
It is clear from looking at the letters of Paul that he was a man of constant prayer who devoted
Paul’s Letter to the Ephesians Love and Respect Please re-read Ephesians chapters 1-3!!!!  Ephesians 5 Vs. 2 – “Walk in
Paul’s Letter to the Ephesians Stand Firm and Fight Please re-read Ephesians chapters 1-3!!!!  Ephesians 6 Vs. 11 – “Put
Victorious Children  A.“Victory in Jesus” has been our congregational focus this year. How does that apply to children?  B. Luke
Unequally Yoked 2 Corinthians 6:11-7:1  Warnings Against Being Unequally Yoked 1. Desire to be a_____________of the world is the_____________of God
Be Thankful   A. “Be thankful,” disciples of Jesus are straightforwardly instructed in Colossians 3:15. B. What does it mean to
Learning Courage from Ananias   We are often inspired by stories of courage. We most often think of great battles won
A Victorious Faith, Identity, and Outcome   FOUNDATIONAL TEXT: “Remember your leaders, those who spoke to you the word of God.
Scripture & Song Service The Lord's Supper lnstitution  of the Lord's Supper Matthew 26:26-29#171 - The Lord's Supper#178 - True
The Victorious Cloud of Witnesses   Introduction: A.  “We are not of those who shrink back and are destroyed, but of
The Barren Fig Tree   Jesus was a master teacher who skillfully used this parable to teach practical truths.  We find
Will They Know? Introduction: A. Ezekiel ("God will strengthen')  lived 600 years prior to the appearance  of the Son of
The Sin I Can’t Overcome  A. 1 Corinthians 10:13 is a wonderful, reassuring passage of victory. “No temptation has overtaken
The Victor's View From the Finish Line   Introduction:  A. There is nothing quite like the feeling that comes as a
The Rich Fool and the Modern Man  l. Introduction. Luke 18:18-30,  Luke 12:13-21  ll.The rich fool and the modern man
Day by Day in 2016   A.  For what are you aiming in 2016? B.  It’s an important question because:      1. 
Appreciating What We Have in Luke and Acts   LUKE 1:1-4 Inasmuch as many have undertaken to compile a narrative of
How Do You Know God? We often stand at a distance from things we don’t know very well, whether it
Devotion: Day by Day in 2016  A. Day by day.That’s our congregational focus for 2016. To be “of Christ.” Every
Saved  The idea of being saved is one that so many in the world today want to embrace. No one
Awe: Day by Day in 2016   A.  Day by day. That’s our congregational focus for 2016. To be “of Christ.”
Building a Strong Congregation   Introduction:   1.  People have many different ideas of what makes a strong congregation. 2.  Some people
Because He Died...Because He Lives!  Our lives can easily pull us in many different  directions  and often our view of
 I Will Sing of the Mercies of the Lord Scripture & Song Services  Scripture Reading – Psalm 95:1-7 (Eric Tustin)
Fellowship: Day by Day in 2016   A.  Day by day. That’s our congregational focus for 2016. To be “of Christ.”
Fellowship: Day by Day in 2016   A.  Day by day. That’s our congregational focus for 2016. To be “of Christ.”
Being Homesick Psalm 73   I.  God Has Put Eternity Into Our Hearts · 2 Cor 5:1-2 · Heb 11:13-16 ·
Evangelism: Day by Day in 2016   A.  Day by day. That’s our congregational focus for 2016. To be “of Christ.”
What is Love?   A.  Love is _____. It’s hard to imagine the number of answers that have been offered to
Day by Day in 2016: Making It Personal A. Day by day. That’s our congregational focus for 2016. To be
"“Wisdom is Justified by All Her Children”""A.  In Luke 7:24-30 we see two distinct paths, with Jesus as the fork
"Trusting God""Trust is one of the main foundations of all our interactions. Without it, relationships are nearly impossible to form;
"Jesus: “Who Do You Say That He Is?”""A.  In Luke 9:20 Jesus very straightforwardly asked, “But who do you say
"Glory""The glory of God is referenced all throughout the Bible. It is mentioned as something shown to humanity in many
"Conquering the Test of Faith""Everyone knows what it means to be tested. But in Genesis 22, we have a test
"Introduction:""“O You of Little Faith”""1.  Rebuke means an expression of disapproval or criticism of (someone) because of their behaviors or""actions.""2. 
"“The Sign of the Prophet Jonah”""“Now the word of the LORD came to Jonah the son of Amittai” (Jonah 1:1)""◇
"“Do Not Fear Those Who Kill the Body”""A.  Luke 12:1-9 contains words spoken nearly 2,000 years ago by Jesus of
"What Does God Want From Me?""So often we make things in life more complicated than they need to be. We
"Living Today with Eternity in Mind""There are amazing things we see in creation; everything brought into existence by an all-powerful
"The Need for and Power of Mentors""A.  A                              is “a wise and trusted counselor or teacher.”""B.  While the word mentor
"“But Jonah Was Angry”""“Now the word of the LORD came to Jonah the son of Amittai” (Jonah 1:1)""◇ Jonah 1:
"“But Jonah Was Angry”""“Now the word of the LORD came to Jonah the son of Amittai” (Jonah 1:1)""◇ Jonah 1:
"How We Speak Matters""Does it matter what we say or how we say it? Jesus shows us that it does
       History of the Lord's Church     -     Is God Fair?   * Math. 20:1-16 Parable a comparison. A story you know
God's Dream: Lessons From the History of the Lord's Church Lesson 1 GOD'S DREAM * Erosion is: s________________ s_______________ s_______________
The DREAM LOST               Isa. 2:2-4  Before the N.T. Had completed, God's dream was coming apart.  * Today, instead of being
Trying to Discover the Dream Again       Isaiah 2:2-4    A. God longed for a people that would honor him in: W_________,
The Dream Comes to America Acts 1:7-8   A. Isa 2:2-4 God's Dream  They would be T_____________ His way  His Law
The Dream Comes to America Acts 1:7-8   A. Isa 2:2-4 God's Dream  They would be T_____________ His way  His Law
Catching GOD'S DREAM TODAY    2 Kings 2:7-14      A. The ___________ of Elijah fell upon Elisha.  B. We use the expression,
·To love and trust and pursue anything more than God is_____________(2:18-19).·As long as I love and trust and pursue__________more than
What’s the Big Deal with Taking God’s Name in Vain?  A. One of the first responsibilities of new parents is
Mothers Who Make a Difference A.  Most all of us want to make a difference in this world, and there
The Three Triumphal Entrances of Jesus  A.  God’s written revelation to mankind reveals not one, but three triumphal entrances of
Spiritual Refreshment, Day by Day  A.  With the start of Summer, many of us are spending time working on lawns
Song Service -  'Become Like Children' Introduction: Matthew 18:1-4 (Nathan Krieg) Joy· As children easily find joy, we should have
“This Will Be Your Opportunity”   A.  Our English word opportunity comes from the Latin, ob portu--ob (against) and portu (portorharbor). 
"Fathers Who Walk with God"  "A.  What a precious blessing that Jesus taught us to pray, “Our ______________ in heaven…”
"The Old Testament Fulfilled""And [Jesus] said to them, “O foolish ones, and slow of heart to believe all that the
"The Treasure Chest of God’s Word""A.  The theme of our Vacation Bible School this year is The Treasure Chest of
"GOD: The Greatest Treasure of Them All"  "Jesus, Matthew 13:44-46:""“The kingdom of heaven is like treasure hidden in a field,
Christ the King  “Your God Reigns” (Isa. 52:7)  God’s Promise of a King (2 Sam 7:12-13)  Kingship and Authority Psalm
"HOW GOD COMMUNICATES HIS WILL -­‐  BY DOY MOYER " 
Can We Trust the New Testament by Doy Moyer Can We Trust the New Testament by Doy Moyer "Were the
Can We Trust the New Testament by Doy Moyer Can We Trust the New Testament by Doy Moyer "Were the
Can We Use the Bible to Prove the Bible by Doy Moyer 
 JESUS THE GREAT HIGH PRIEST    Hebrews 4:14-16 (ESV) 14  Since then we have a great high priest who has passed
"James, a Servant of God and of the Lord Jesus Christ""Day by Day in the Letter of James""James:""• A half-brother
"Is Doctrine  Important?""There are so many different beliefs today when it comes to following God. Many claim to love Jesus
"Is Doctrine  Important?""There are so many different beliefs today when it comes to following God. Many claim to love Jesus