Jeremiah 18:1–18 The Potter—God He works purposefully. He works patiently. He works authoritatively. Does He fail? His purposes are hidden and yet visible. The Wheel—Life The circumstances of life (e.g. Jonah). The various people of life. The First Vessel (you and me) Resist? Lopsided? Broken dreams. The Remade Vessel The same clay; a different shape. … [Read More…] Shaped By The Potter
Subject: The Law keeps you bound to what you can do. Love sets you free for what only God can do in you. John 3:1–21 Enough to Ask, Not Enough to Enter (3:1–8) Bound by Law (3:9–14) Freed by Love (3:15–21) Conclusion: Can you see the love of God all … [Read More…] Bound By Law, Freed By Love
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
