The holiness of God is dangerous, but we cannot have life without it. Numbers 15:37–17:8 The Prelude The Rebellion(s) • Rejection of God’s Servants • Rejection of God’s Holiness • Rejection of God’s Goodness The Result • Vindication of God’s Servants • Vindication of God’s Holiness • Vindication of God’s Goodness … [Read More…] The Dangerous Holiness Of God
The unstoppable Gospel confronts every heart, calls for repentance, and offers hope in Christ. How can we join Jesus on His mission in the world? Acts 28:17–31 Gospel Character • The Gospel is embodied. Gospel Compulsion • The Gospel is decisive. Gospel Contrition • The Gospel is humbling. Gospel Confidence … [Read More…] The Unstoppable Gospel
Can anyone be beyond hope? Acts 28 shows the gospel reaches outsiders as Jesus transforms sinners by grace. Acts 28:1–16 Real Power God’s power demands attention. Real Grace God’s grace shatters religion. Real Family God’s family includes barbarians. Real Authority God’s authority reigns supreme. Takeaway: “I am not ashamed of the gospel, for it is … [Read More…] Barbarians!
What anchors you when life falls apart? Discover how faith in God’s promises gives courage to face every storm. Acts 27:1–44 The Surprise of Courage • Courage needs an Anchor. The Source of Courage • Our Sovereign God is faithful to His covenant. The Secret of Courage • Our God is … [Read More…] Courage In The Storm
Why believe in Jesus? Because everything hinges on Him. He fulfilled prophecy, changed history, and is still transforming lives. Acts 25:23–26:32 Personally • Jesus transforms lives. Scripturally • Jesus fulfills prophecy. Historically • Jesus revolutionizes history. Takeaway: Everything hinges on Jesus.
1 Corinthians 7:29-31 I. The Time is Short II. How to Live in Light of the Time From now on, let those who have wives live as though they had none And those who mourn as though they were not mourning And those who rejoice as though they were not rejoicing And those who buy … [Read More…] Living In Light Of The Time
Unsure of God’s will? Discover how Paul’s posture of patience, dependence, and surrender helped him to discern God’s path. Acts 25:1–22 Strategic Patience God is working in our waiting. Proactive Dependence God is acting in our actions. Hopeful Surrender God is faithful in our finitude. Takeaway: “Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and … [Read More…] Discerning God’s Path
Romans 8:32 1. What is the context for Romans 8:32? 2. What is the logic of the apostle Paul in Romans 8:32? 3. Since this is Father’s Day, what does Romans 8:32 say about God the Father? 4. What is the meaning of the phrase “all things” in Romans 8:32? 5. What has to be … [Read More…] The Biggest Promise In The Bible
Under pressure, we tend to panic, compromise, or stay silent. But just like Paul at his trial defense, Jesus empowers us to remain calm, clear, and courageous. Acts 24:1–27 Be Calm Be calm, because Jesus is near. Be Clear Be clear, because Jesus is truth. Be Courageous Be courageous, because Jesus is … [Read More…] Witness Under Pressure
Philemon 6 “I pray that your partnership with us in the faith may be effective in deepening your understanding of every good thing we share for the sake of Christ.”
