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One Another series message 6
Text: Selected verses in Ephesians
Even though the Spirit has sealed us for the day of redemption, that redemption has still to be consummated. In the intervening period, we are not to do anything that will grieve the Spirit. Because we have been forgiven by God, believers are to forgive one another.
One Another series message 5
Text: Ephesians 4:25
Paul discusses specific aspects of the old self that must be ‘put off’ so that a new self can be ‘put on’. Our thoughts, attitudes and deeds are controlled by our minds, and thus it is important that a new mind, created in Christ Jesus, replaces the deceitful old mind that corrupted us. The first thing to be put off is falsehood or lying, which must be replaced by speaking truthfully to one’s neighbors. If the family of believers is truly united, they must be able to trust one another.
One Another series message 4
Text: 1 Peter 5:5
God calls us to intentionally cultivate (clothe) humility as we relate to one another. We are to choose humility because God opposes the proud and gives grace to the humble. Our humility proceeds from the mercy and grace God has shown us.
One Another series message 3
Text: Mark 9:49-50
In this message, we will dig deep into Mark 9:50 and discover God’s calling for His disciples to be the salt of the earth and have peace with one another. Inspired by Jesus’ authoritative teaching, we will then cover practical applications for our lives.
One Another series message 2
Sermon Text: Galatians 6:1-10
Last week we saw how we are to resist the flesh and walk in the Spirit by serving one another through love. We will continue in Galatians this week as we see how love and service is fleshed out in the way we treat one another. How do we respond when one of our family falls? How do we support one another, even when we are weary ourselves? We are called to follow the example of our Lord and bear one another’s burdens!
One Another series message 1
Text: Galatians 5:13-25
In this letter Paul has been trying to show the Galatian church that returning to the law as a way to seek God’s favor is a terrible mistake. It not only contradicts the truth of the gospel, it is a false gospel. Believers are free in Christ! However, freedom can be distorted and abused. How can we fight that temptation? Serve one another!
Colossians series message 20
Text: Colossians 4:2-18
As Paul closes out his letter to the Colossians, I'm struck not only by the emphasis on prayer but the unity of believers in and beyond Colossae. We'll focus on the critical nature of prayer in the life of the church as well begin to shift our focus towards the ‘one anothers’ we'll examine this summer.
Colossians series message 19
Text: Colossians 3:18-4:1
Paul makes specific application from his put sin to death and put on these virtues teaching to those who would comprise a typical household in his time.
Colossians series message 18
Text: Colossians 3:12-17
In contrast to what we are to put to death (we saw this last Sunday), Paul now shows us how to adorn ourselves as children of light. Through the renewing of our minds, settled determination and the help of the Holy Spirit we live lives counter to those around us - all in the Name of Jesus!
Colossians series message 17
Text: Colossians 3:5-11
Having taken us to soaring heights and the eternal perspective, Paul now brings us right back to Planet Earth and deals with sanctification. We must be killing sin - we will engage this until the day we die. He addresses two areas of life that are by no means exhaustive: sexual immorality and social interaction. It is fascinating to see the progression in both lists: the first begins on the surface and goes to the root problem, the second inverses this order.
Colossians series message 16
Text: Colossians 3:1-4
The Apostle Paul has spoken so beautifully and persuasively regarding the Person and Work of Christ, to include warnings about counterfeit philosophies and religious systems. He now begins the practical outworking of such rich theology: in light of the spectacular truths about Christ and salvation, how do we then live? He begins by telling us to be heavenly minded and not preoccupied with earthly matters.
Colossians series message 15
Colossians 2:16-23
In this message, we will wrap up Colossians 2 and continue to put the spotlight on that which takes people captive, leading us away from simple devotion to Christ and the power of the gospel.
Colossians series message 14
Text: Colossians 2:8-15
As we continue our journey through Colossians, this Sunday we will behold with profound clarity the Person and work of our great Savior. In Him, we are fully alive! In light of so great salvation, Paul is determined that no one takes us captive by philosophy and empty deceit, according to the elemental principles of the world.
Our Resurrection Sunday service will, of course, highlight the resurrection in a special way. The theme God has place on my heart is "Bold". The resurrection was a bold event! Jesus robbed sin and the grave of power, He triumphed over the devil, He replaced shame with hope. As we read through Acts, we see the disciples living boldly in light of the resurrection!
Colossians series message 13
Text: Colossians 2:6-7
Our sermon text marks a bit of a turning point with a clear application of the soaring Christology we've considered. Jesus is Lord is the earliest and most basic Christian creed and it is no abstract statement - He is creator and ruler. Nothing in Colossians makes sense if we do not structure our lives accordingly by walking by faith in the Lord Jesus.
Colossians series message 12
Text: Colossians 2:1-5
It's striking how Paul engaged himself fully in protecting and building the Church - it is clear that he loved God's church! God purchased the church with His own blood. Do we love God's church, His people? Are we intentional about building others up and supporting one another in prayer, so that the beauty of God's church is clearly seen to those around us?
Colossians series message 11
Text: Matthew 11:28-30
We concluded Colossians 1 by noting the energy and intentionality with which Paul invested in others for their sanctification. We now complement that message with a word for the weary Christian - Christ will not break a bruised reed nor will He quench a faintly burning wick. He truly deals gently with us.
Colossians series message 10
Text: Colossians 1:28-29
The mandate to make disciples is captured well in our sermon text, Colossians 1:28-29. When people are born again, there must be great intentionality to help them grow in Christ and move on toward maturity in Him. A beautiful partnership is on full display: Paul toiled to this end, but it was God's energy working so powerfully within him!
Colossians series message 9
Text: Colossians 1:24-27
The gospel changes absolutely everything - the Apostle Paul joyfully traded in privilege for persecution in its service. This Sunday we'll see the personal application of the gospel and our true cherished treasure - Christ, the hope of glory!
Colossians series message 8
Text: Colossians 1:21-23
In this message we continue our focus on Christology, tying in the Person and work of Christ! Paul concludes his tour de force regarding the deity of Christ and shows the direct connection to His work of reconciliation and redemption through the gospel! We'll dive a little deeper into the redemption found in Jesus - how glorious!