FATHER SEND US
Introduction Two unshakable assurances as the Father sends us: A. THERE IS UNPRECEDENTED PEACE IN THE GOSPEL (vv.19-21)“Peace be with you. As the Father has sent me, even so I am sending you.” (v.21) B. THERE IS UNSTOPPABLE POWER IN THE GOSPEL (vv.22-23)“He breathed on them and said to them, ‘Receive the Holy Spirit…’” (v.22) Conclusion Reflection […]
OUR GOD WHO STRENGTHENS US
Background Two instances where Daniel had “no strength left” (vv.8, 16-17). Daniel’s weakness was primarily due to his encountering a “man clothed in linen”, a theophany (vv.5-9). How did God graciously strengthen Daniel? Three key ways : A. GOD TOUCHED HIS SERVANT (vv.10, 16, 18) B. GOD ENCOURAGED HIS SERVANT (vv.11-12, 19) C. […]
OUR GOD WHO STRENGTHENS US
Introduction Let us run to our God who strengthens us when … A. WE ARE GRIEVING (Dan 10:1-12) B. WE ARE UNABLE TO SEE NOR UNDERSTAND (Dan 10:13-11:1) Conclusion Next Week’s Topic: Missions SundayNext Week’s Speaker: Ps Dr Siang Hon
OUR GOD WHO STRENGTHENS US
Introduction How do we run with endurance the race that God has marked out for us? We must look to and depend on our God who strengthens us … A. WHEN WE FEEL TOO WEAK TO CARRY ON B. WHEN WE PURSUE A LIFETIME OF FAITHFUL SERVICE ConclusionYou are greatly loved. Do not be afraid. […]
NOT ABOUT YOU
Introduction We see ourselves in perspective when we realise that … A. REALITY EXCEEDS US (10:1–11:1) B. HISTORY TRANSCENDS US (11:2–12:4) C. UNDERSTANDING SURPASSES US (12:5–12) Conclusion Next Week’s Topic: Daniel 10 ThematicNext Week’s Speaker: Rev Sharon Fong
NOT ABOUT YOU
Introduction A. SPIRITUAL BATTLES BEYOND YOU (10:1 – 11:1) Application: We pray for the world! B. DARK FUTURES UNSEEN BY YOU (11:2 – 12:4) Application: We stand firm in God! C. PLANS MORE SIGNIFICANT THAN YOU (12:5–12) Application: We participate in God’s will! Conclusion Next Week’s Topic: Daniel 10 Thematic Next Week’s Speaker: Ps Kirk […]
NOT ABOUT YOU
Introduction A. THERE ARE LARGER REALITIES THAN OUR WORLD! (10:1–11:1) B. THERE IS A GREATER FUTURE BEYOND OURSELVES! (11:2–12:4) C. THERE ARE PRESSING QUESTIONS WE HAVE NOT ANSWERS TO! (12:5–13) Conclusion Reflection Questions1. Are you aware of the Lord’s presence in your life daily? How will you live so that you can be more aware of […]
GOD ANSWERS BEYOND OUR EXPECTATIONS
Introduction God’s surprising answer to Daniel in Daniel 9:24-27 The key question: God is faithful to His holiness and to you. How will you respond to His faithfulness? When we see the numbers in the “seventy weeks” prophecy of Daniel 9:24-27, focus on their significance rather than their literal value. We appreciate their significance through […]
GOD ANSWERS BEYOND OUR EXPECTATIONS
Introduction The journey of God doing above and beyond what we ask or expect begins when we: A. STAY FAITHFUL – GOD ALWAYS LOOKS FOR THOSE WHOSE HEARTS ARE AFTER HIM (vv.20-23) “… I have come to tell it to you, for you are greatly loved.” (v.23) B. STAY HOPEFUL — GOD OFTEN WORKS BEYOND […]
GOD ANSWERS BEYOND OUR EXPECTATIONS
Introduction 1. Life in God is dynamic. “God hears our prayers. Answers our prayers. And even exceeds our prayers.” – Edmund Chan (Growing Deep In God’) 2. One of the most epic prophecies in the whole Bible! It anchors two life principles for us: A. DON’T GIVE UP! — WHATEVER CIRCUMSTANCES! 1. Daniel’s Plight (v.20, […]
