As We Wait, We Build
As We Wait, We Build Introduction To wait soberly for Jesus’ return: A. BUILD OUR FAITH ON A HIGH VIEW OF GOD (vv.9–10) B. BUILD OUR COMMUNITY WITH A HIGH DOSE OF ENCOURAGEMENT (v.11) Conclusion
Are You Ready?
Are You Ready? Introduction A. STAY IN THE LIGHT (vv.4–5) B. SERVE IN FAITH, LOVE AND HOPE (vv.6-8) Conclusion
Being Ever-Ready
Being Ever-Ready Introduction What was the question? The day of the Lord will: A. COME SUDDENLY AND UNEXPECTEDLY “…will come just like a thief in the night” (v.2b) B. DESTROY SUDDENLY AND INESCAPABLY “…then sudden destruction will come upon them as labour pains come upon a pregnant woman, and they will not escape” (v.3b) […]
Let It Shine
LET IT SHINE Introduction We have: A. A PROFOUND IDENTITY (v.14) B. A FREQUENT TENDENCY (v.15) C. A PRIVILEGED DESTINY (v.16) Conclusion How would your life shine for Jesus?
Grieve Well to Live Well
Grieve Well to Live Well Introduction Have you lost a loved one before? Two biblical anchors to help us grieve with hope in our life: A. OUR HOPE IS ANCHORED IN THE RESURRECTION OF CHRIST (vv.13-14) B. OUR HOPE IS ANCHORED IN THE RETURN OF CHRIST (vv.15-18) Conclusion We will be with the Lord forever.
A Life Pleasing to God (Part 2)
A Life Pleasing to God (Part II) Introduction How can we as a community of God’s people live a life pleasing to God? Two ways: A. EXCELLING IN OUR LOVE (vv.9-10) What is love for our Christian brothers and sisters? How can we “do this more and more” (v.10)? B. TESTIFYING THROUGH OUR CONDUCT (vv.11-12) What conduct […]
A Life Pleasing to God (Part 1)
A Life Pleasing to God (Part 1) Introduction The burning question Christians ask: What is God’s will for my life? “For this is the will of God, your sanctification…” (v.3a) How do we live a set-apart life that is pleasing to God? Three practical ways: A. WE MUST ABSTAIN FROM SEXUAL IMMORALITY (vv.1-3) “For this is […]
Knowing the End Game
Knowing The End Game Introduction Knowing the End Game is essentially about knowing what is ultimately important at the End. There are 4 key aspects of Paul’s prayer that gives us the End-Game Focus: A. THE END-GAME FOCUS ON GOD AS HE DIRECTS US “Now may our God and Father Himself, and our Lord Jesus, […]
What Keeps You Going?
What keeps you going? Introduction “For now we really live”… Two Facets of Disciplemaking: A. DISCIPLEMAKING WORK IS IMMENSELY JOYOUS (vv.6-9) B. DISCIPLEMAKING WORK IS INTENSELY DEMANDING (v.10) Conclusion We’ll be faithful to our calling.
Walking Towards Sunrise
WALKING TOWARDS SUNRISE Sunset or Sunrise? A. Walking Towards Sunset (24.13-24) Eyes were Closed Hopes were Dashed B. Turning Around (24.25-30) Scriptures were Opened Meal was Blessed C. Walking Towards Sunrise (24.31-35) Eyes were Opened Hearts were Warmed Westerly or Easterly Direction?
