Harrisonville Church of the Nazarene
1. - The Holy Spirit is more than a power or something that is mentioned in the doxology or in a ritual. He is the Third Person of the Trinity. He is God. 2. - He has a specific ministry that is often described using symbols to help us understand our need of Him 3. - You need His personal ministry and work in your life 4. - He is called the breath of God or the one who brings life 5. - He is the counselor to teach, guide, and help you understand so that you can experience personally all the Father has promised you as a believer 6. - He descended like a dove to demonstrate the comfort and peace He brings 7. - He is like oil symbolizing the anointing and blessing He gives you in doing the works that the Lord has prepared for you to do 8. - His work is to convict you of sin, bring you to repentance, regenerate and deliver you form the power and dominion of sin 9. - He is the Spirit of Holiness 10. - He helps prepare our hearts to be a living sacrifice so that He can purify your heart and mind from inbred sin and carnality so that you are a vessel of honor 11. - He is like fire because He purifies your spirit, soul and body 12. - He equips and empowers you to do the good, pleasing and perfect will of God 13. - He is able to do exceedingly abundantly beyond what you could ever ask or think in order to bring glory in His church and to Christ Jesus.
Title: A High and Holy Calling Scripture: Isaiah 6:1-8 NIV 1984 The outline: -God is moving by His Spirit in all the earth - Faith comes by hearing the voice of the Holy Spirit and hearing by the word of Christ - In order to fulfill the high and Holy calling the two fold problem of sin must be cured in the human heart -The work of Christ through the baptism with the Holy Spirit produces the purity and power necessary for life, Godliness, victorious living and power filled service
Jehovah Nissi: The Lord Is My Banner Series: God Has a Name Date: September 1, 2019 Scripture: Exodus 17:8-16 Big Idea: God wants to show Himself clearly to us as we do our part in depending on Him through prayer. Lessons: 1. Problems often come when we are at rest spiritually 2. It is often those closest to us that cause the harshest problems 3. Prayer is the most important response to a battle 4. God will often use whatever is currently in our hands a. What did Moses’ rod represent? i. …a recognition of God’s authority in this battle ii. …a remembrance of how God used that staff many times before iii. …a recognition that they could not succeed without God 5. Friends and family are necessary for your spiritual success 6. It is important to testify of God’s victories in your life a. Why is it important for us to remember/write/journal/testify? i. It reminds us that if God acted in the past He will act in the future ii. It reminds us that God’s promise will come true iii. It builds others up and prepares them for their next battle 7. God purposely shows Himself to us and the direction we should go a. Jehovah Nissi: The LORD is my Banner i. Purpose of a Banner: 1. It ways in a place that everyone could see it 2. It represented certain characteristics of the battalion or leader 3. It gave clear directions to the soldiers 4. It was a rally point for the solders b. Introducing himself as Jehovah Nissi God was telling His people: i. I will not hide from you ii. I will sparkle and glisten so that the direction is made clear iii. Look to me for courage iv. Trust my directives v. I will always make myself clear to you
Jehovah Rohi: The Lord Is My Shepherd Series: God Has a Name Date: August 25, 2019 Scripture: Psalm 23:1-6 Primary Source: Tony Evans Big Idea: Jehovah Rohi means that God is able to meet all of your spiritual, directional, physical, emotional, and future needs as our Shepherd. Jehovah (or “LORD”) means “the self-revealing one.” Rohi means “to tend, pasture, shepherd” Jehovah Rohi—The Lord Is My Shepherd “I Shall Not Want” (1) Characteristics of Sheep 1. Sheep are…dumb, defenseless, dirty, & dependent Green Pastures, Quiet Waters, and a Restored Soul He restores by making you lie down in green pastures He sometimes will wait for you to lie down to restore you He leads us to quiet waters The Paths of Righteousness A shepherd needs to guide his sheep because they are prone to wander Valleys, Shadows, a Rod, and a Staff A Table, Oil, and an Overflowing Cup Goodness, Lovingkindness, and the House of God
Jehovah Shalom: The Lord is Peace Series: God Has a Name Judges 6:1-12; 20-24 8/18/19 Sermon in a Sentence: Personal and national drama is a fact of life, but we can have personal peace because we know the Peace Maker, Jehovah Shalom. 1. God had given the Israelites everything they _ to be a great nation. 2. The Israelite’s sin brought brokenness, loss & ___ _ to their people. 3. God responds to their brokenness by providing _ __ to lead them. 4. Cycles of the Israelites during Judges: Rebellion, Oppression, Repent, Judge, Peace 5. It was in the middle of their Promised Land that they dealt with ____________. 6. Believer’s Observations on Drama: Sometimes drama is forced on you by the _________ of others OR God allows drama in your life to _____ __ you. Trials: Adverse circumstances that God introduces or allows in order to identify where we are _______ & to prepare us where He wants us to go. You’ll have drama even when you’re centered in God’s will. 7. Recognize that it was __ __ who allowed drama. 8. God reminded the Israelites that they tried to handle drama with ___ ____. Idol: Anything that comes before God and what you ultimately count on for your provision, direction, & satisfaction. 9. God appoints Gideon to lead during their time of drama. 10. What is peace? Peace is NOT a cease-fire, happiness, lack/absence of drama. Peace means that you are at rest because you trust the Peace ______ ____. 11. Biblical Understanding of Shalom: “Shalom” meant wholeness, security, order, & salvation. How can understanding God as Jehovah Shalom change our lives? It brings us a deep settled peace because He has overcome the _____________. Through the presence of Christ and His truth, we have true Shalom.
Scripture: Genesis 22:1-14 Big Idea: God introduced himself to Abraham as Jehovah Jireh—The LORD Will Provide. And He will provide for us, too, at the end of our contradictory trials. Jehovah Shalom - The Lord is Peace; Jehovah Raah - The Lord is my Shepherd; Jehovah Rapha - The Lord Who Heals; Jehovah Nissi - The Lord My Banner; Jehovah Shammah - The Lord is There 1. Abraham knew the voice & _Intent of God. 2. But Abraham found himself in a mess of _contradictions_ (covenantal, theological, emotional, social, relational) Trials: Adverse circumstances that God introduces or allows in order to identify where we are spiritually and to prepare us for where He wants us to go in the future. 3. His trial was actually a purposeful _test_ 4. He responded to the trial _immediate_-ly. 5. He stepped into the trial with great _faith_ in God. 6. God put him in a situation that only He could _fix_ 7. He recognized that God was at work in his trail 8. “_Provision_” means a challenge was seen before-hand & thus provided for. God’s vision leads to His provision. Application: What must God see so that He might provide in your times of trials? He needs to see: active & immediate obedience “Many of us don’t know God as Jehovah Jireh because God is still waiting for us to act on what He said even though we may not understand how it’s going to work out.”
Elohim: The Creator God Series: God Has a Name Date: August 4, 2019 Scripture: Genesis 1:1-2; 2:4-7 Big Idea: God introduces His characteristics to us through the purposeful revelation of His many names. His very first name introduction is Elohim, the mighty Creator God. • Jehovah-shalom: The Lord is Peace • Jehovah-raah: The Lord is my Shepherd • El Roi: God Who Sees • Jehovah-jireh: The Lord Will Provide • Jehovah-rapha: The Lord Who Heals • Jehovah-nissi: The Lord My Banner • Jehovah-shammah: The Lord is There What was He wanting us to know when He called himself Elohim? 1. Elohim meant that God is distinct from His creation (Transcendent)...Transcendent: to exist above and independent from; to rise above all that is created 2. Elohim meant that God is apart from the constraints of time (Timeless) 3. Elohim means that God is apart from the constraints of space (Omnipresent)...Omnipresent: God is present everywhere…at all the same time 4. Elohim means that God is an intensely personal God (Intimate) Application: How can understanding God as Elohim change my life? 1. We can live knowing that the Creator owns it all 2. We can live knowing that the Creator has the rights of ownership 3. We can live knowing that God sees us with with tremendous value.
Responding to Persecution with the Holy Spirit Date: July 21, 2019 Scripture: Acts 4:23-31 Big Idea: We must respond to persecution with great boldness choosing to pray with godly friends, believe God’s holy Word, and expect with great faith a miraculous conclusion.
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Zinhle Gasa presents the ministry work in South Africa through Seed of Hope and other partnering organizations.
Healing in the Power of the Spirit Date: July 27, 2014 Scripture: Acts 3:1-10 Big Idea: God gets great honor when He heals us even without any faith of our own. 1. The Holy Spirit uses us during the most ordinary times of our lives if we will be ready (1) a. They committed their normal day-to-day lives to God b. They were committed to being used even if it was inconvenient c. They were committed to being used even if they failed Lesson: God uses people who are always at the ready to be His hand extended into hurting lives 2. Sometimes we ask for God’s second best (3) a. The beggar asked for money when God wanted to give him healing b. He looked to a man for assistance, instead of looking to God Lesson: Always seek God’s best answer as it relates to your healing 3. The Holy Spirit chooses to use people…warts and all…in healing (4) a. God chooses to use real live people to answer our prayers Lesson: Expect that God will use our pasts and experiences to be the answer to someone’s need …even healing 4. Healing is only through the power of Jesus himself (6) a. Peter recognized that Jesus was still alive and active Lesson: God does not need the faith of the recipient to heal—it is the power of Jesus not the person. Lesson: God does not need the spiritual strength of the one praying—it is the power of Jesus not the person. (3:16) 5. Healing always brings honor to God, not man (8-10) Lesson: God heals in a timing that brings the greatest amount of honor to God 7) God heals in a way that brings the greatest amount of honor to God i. How does God heal? 1. God sometimes heals immediately 2. God sometimes heals slowly 3. God sometimes heals with doctors and medicine 4. God sometimes heals by bringing wisdom to us to treat our bodies better 5. God sometimes decides not to heal Healing Service:
Its All About Jesus Date: June 16, 2019 Scripture: Acts 4:7-13 Big Idea: Salvation is exclusively found Jesus the Christ. Period. Introduction: 1. “Jesus is the Christ” (10) a. The “Christ” was the expected coming Messiah and King of every single Jew b. The name “Jesus the Christ” provides salvtion c. The name of “Jesus the Christ” commands worship and holy fear 2. “You crucified the Christ” (10b) a. Peter boldly told them they destroyed the One they all had waited for b. Peter reminded them of their previous court decision with Jesus 3. “God raised to life the Christ” (10c) a. Peter directly announces that no matter their response to Jesus, God is still God. 4. “Jesus still has authority over life, death and healing” (10d) a. This Jesus that you thought you controlled…is still in control! b. This Jesus cannot only heal, but He has the power to give his life up and take it back again! 5. Salvation is only found in Jesus. Period.” a. Salvation is exclusive b. Jesus himself claimed to be the exclusive way to salvation 1. He claimed to be the eternal God (Jn. 1:1; 8:58) 2. He claimed the exalted position of judging the world (Jn. 5:22) 3. He claimed to be the only Savior of the entire human race (Jn. 14:6; 10:9) c. Salvation is a very personal decision Conclusion:
Courage Because of the Holy Spirit Date: June 9, 2019 Scripture: Acts 3:11-26 Big Idea: The Holy Spirit will give us the courage so that He can get all the glory. Introduction: 1. Courageous believers should never try to hide the glory of God! (8-11) a. Telling your story catches the attention of unbelievers b. Telling your story emboldens other believers c. Telling your story makes the gospel more effective 2. Courageous believers speak the truth in love a. Peter knew that he first had to establish a spiritual need b. He lovingly told the Jews that they had sinned against the Christ c. Sometimes the most loving thing you can say to an unbeliever is the truth about where they are spiritually 3. Courageous believers point people to Jesus (16) a. Jesus is the object of our faith (16) i. Have you noticed that all world religions agree on one thing: You are responsible for saving yourself 1. Buddhism: You save yourself by ceasing all desire 2. Confucianism: You save yourself by education, reflection and moral living 3. Hinduism: You save yourself by living in unity with the divine 4. Islam: You save yourself by doing good works Simply, you become the object of your salvation: b. Jesus fulfilled prophecies (18) c. Jesus is the Christ (18) i. Peter courageously used some very bold titles for Jesus • “Jesus” (meant “God saves”) (13) • the “servant of God” (13) • the “Holy One” (14) • the “Righteous One” (15) • the “Author of Life” (15) • the “Christ” (18) ii. Peter boldly described the fact that they had killed the Messiah they had been looking for! 4. Courageous believers provide the spiritual answer to their problem (19) a. If you repent of your sins (complete change of mind)…and b. If you turn back to God c. Then your sins will be wiped out...and d. Then refreshment will come to your soul 5. Courageous believers always offer them Jesus a. The gospel of Jesus is very personal b. The gospel of Jesus reminds us that it is all about grace c. The gospel of Jesus is very effective Lessons: Speaking with Holy Boldness • Ask the Holy Spirit to give you boldness • Tell your story • Your faith is to be public, not private • Remember, it is the Holy Spirit that makes the gospel effective • Follow up the truth with a clear path to forgiveness and refreshment Conclusion
Preaching in the Power of the Spirit Date: June 2, 2019 Scripture: Acts 2:22-24; 32-39 Big Idea: The resurrection of Jesus was part of God’s purposeful plan to reconcile us to Himself, and establish Jesus as our Christ and Lord. 1. Creation: We were created in the image of God to have warm fellowship with Him. (Genesis 1-2) 2. Sin: God loved us so much that He gave us the free will to choose—Adam and Eve chose to sin, and their sin separated us from God. (Genesis 2:16-17; 3) 3. Atonement: God knew that this separation could only be mended through a loving act of reconciliation paid for by a price He could only pay. (Deuteronomy 32) 4. Messiah: God sent His sinless Son to earth to become our Messiah and sacrifice. (I Peter 1:17-21) 5. Incarnation: Jesus was born like us; lived with us; was tempted like us; all without sinning. (Romans 3:1-4) 6. Crucifixion: He took our sins on His shoulders, paid our price, suffered and died on the cross in our place. (Luke 23) 7. Resurrection: Jesus, our Messiah, raised to life again, and became victor over death and hell. (Ephesians 2:6) 8. Holy Spirit: He sent His Holy Spirit to convict, enlighten and indwell in us. (John 15:26-16:15) 9. Transformation: God intends for us to continually be transformed into the likeness of Christ. (Titus 2:11-14) 10. Heaven: Today He is now preparing a place for us in Heaven where we will spend eternity. (Revelations 21-22) 11. Faith: All we have to do is by faith, accept Him as our Savior and trust Him for the forgiveness of our sins. (Ephesians 3:8) Introduction: What does the resurrection of Jesus all mean? 1. The death of Christ was a purposeful act of God to provide a means of reconciliation for us (22-24) a. God’s plan of reconciliation was planned long ago (22) b. The death and resurrection of Christ were not accidents 2. The resurrection validated Christ’s work as our Messiah (24-32) a. It validated Christ as the authority over life and death (24) 3. Statement of fact: God has made this Jesus both Lord and Christ (36) a. The resurrection was the undeniable evidence that Jesus was their Christ b. The resurrection was the undeniable evidence that Jesus was their Lord too. 4. Truth requires a personal response i. The clear declaration that God purposefully provided Christ as a means for their reconciliation moved them to respond! Question: How do you respond to the resurrection of Jesus?
The Filling of the Holy Spirit Series: Bold Witness Date: May 26, 2019 Scripture: Acts 2:1-13 Big Idea: God empowered the willing disciples with the Holy Spirit so that they could become effective witnesses even across language and cultural borders. 1. Living in the power of the Spirit may mean that He will push us out of our comfort zones. (1) a. Never underestimate the exercise of: i. …Purposely waiting for Gods best ii. …Purposely making yourself available to be used 2. Nothing makes the church more unified and effective than living in the power of the Spirit. (2-3) 3. Living in the power of the Spirit means you may become a willing and amazed mouthpiece for the gospel. (4) 4. People are naturally drawn to those living in the power of the Spirit (6) 5. Living in the power of the Spirit may possibly mean speaking in other languages (7-11) 6. Living in the power of the Spirit often can’t be explained (12)
The Power of the Holy Spirit Series: Bold Witness Date: May 19-19 Scripture: Acts 1:4-11 Big Idea: The power of the Holy Spirit provides effectiveness and influence to the follower of Christ who is willing to give everything to God. Introduction The Book of Acts has two primary themes: • Power for ministry • Expansion of the ministry I. You will receive an amazing power from God Himself 1. The power of the Holy Spirit was certainly present in the Old Testament i. His power was first seen in the act of creation (Gen. 1:1-2) ii. His power was promised to provide spiritual healing and guidance (Ez. 36:26-27) iii. He empowered men in the OT: • David was given the power to become the anointed King: • Bezalel was given the power for wisdom and skill • Joshua was given the power to lead the Israelites • Samson was given the power for strength 2. The Holy Spirit was promised in the New Testament to empower the disciples i. They were empowered to perform miracles ii. They were empowered to teach iii. They were empowered with wisdom iv. They were empowered to heal (Acts 3:1-10) v. They were empowered with the ability to witness with amazing success 3. The power of the Holy Spirit was not a quiet event at Pentecost (Acts 2:1-4) 4. Many were saved because of the power of the Holy Spirit II. You will minister in ever-increasing influence a. The disciples were powerful in witness only through the Holy Spirit i. Powerful in witness if they waited for the Holy Spirit to come on them ii. Powerful in witness if they were absolutely and totally sold out b. The disciples were powerful in ever increasing geographical areas of influence iii. Jerusalem: represented their home…where they were comfortable… iv. Judea: represented a larger geographical area…but still relatively safe v. Samaria: represented the those who were different than they were… vi. Ends of the earth: represented other countries far from their comfort zone, culture and language What does it mean to receive the power of the Holy Spirit? • It is an act of faith • It is an act of complete dedication • It is both a private and public decision
The Gift of the Holy Spirit Series: Bold Witness Date: May 12, 2019 Scripture: Acts 1:1-9 Big Idea: To be bold and effective in your witness wait for the gift of the Holy Spirit to fill you. Introduction Jesus’ last words: “Its all about me” (1-11) “Wait for what my Father promised” (4) What did He promise? He promised that a new comforter would come He promised that the Holy Spirit would remind and teach everything that Jesus already did He promised that that we would be baptized by the Holy Spirit Why did Christ know they needed this? The church exploded in growth They were put in tremendous leadership pressure They would be persecuted Why did Jesus ask them to wait? Perhaps because He knew the value of resting, praying, and anticipating Perhaps He knew His disciples habit of planning, preparing and pushing ahead Perhaps He knew that what was about to happen in 10 days was going to rock their world!— “I will baptize you with the Holy Spirit” (5) Why does God gift us with the Holy Spirit? To give assurance of acceptance by God (Acts 15:8) To convict the world of sin (Acts 2:37) To provide spiritual gifts (I Cor. 12) To work miracles, signs and wonders (Rom. 15:18-19) To give boldness in preaching and witnessing (Acts. 1:8) To cultivate the fruit of the Spirit (Rom. 14:17) To sanctify the believer (II Thes. 2:13) Jesus knew the disciples needed this new relationship with the Holy Spirit The disciples would come into a new and personal relationship with the Holy Spirit The disciples would be cleansed and purified by the Holy Spirit The disciples would become more effective in ministry “Focus on what you know, not on what you don’t” (6) Focus on God’s priorities, not yours Focus on what you understand, not what you don’t Conclusion
To God Be the Glory John 13:1-17 1 Peter 4:7-11 5/5/19 Sermon in a Sentence: Pray Faithfully, Love Deeply, Serve Joyfully Introduction 1. Pray Faithfully (v.7) 2. Love Deeply (v.8) 3. Serve Joyfully (v.10) Conclusion: What is a practical action God is asking you to take in response to the sermon?
50th Anniversary Sermon “The Body of Christ” Ephesians 1:15-23 4/22/19 Sermon in a Sentence: Go and make disciples of all nations – Jesus Sermon Outline: Introduction Power, Power, Power, Power A Living, Breathing Church God’s Strength through our Weakness Conclusion Question: What is a practical action God is asking you to take in response to the sermon?
Easter 2019 Sermon Jesus: The Profile of Courage Isaiah 50:4-9a / Acts 10:34-43 4/21/19 Sermon in a Sentence: Whoever wants to be my disciple must deny themselves and take up their cross daily and follow me. – Jesus Sermon Outline: Introduction The Courageous Few Pursuing a Divine Purpose Embracing Divine Promises Conclusion Question: What is a practical action God is asking you to take in response to the sermon?
6: Jezebel the Manipulator 2 Kings 9:30-37 / Matthew 20:20-28 4/14/19 Sermon in a Sentence: Is there any Jezebel in you needing to be Crucified so all of Christ can be Resurrected in you? Sermon Outline: Introduction Manipulation at Work Manipulation at Work, pt. 2 Recognize Jezebel? Conclusion Question: What is a practical action God is asking you to take in response to the sermon?
Rehoboam the Headstrong Sermon in a Sentence: The tongue of the wise commends knowledge, but the mouth of the fool gushes folly. Proverbs 15:2 1. The Kid Becomes King 2. Choose Your Advisers Wisely 3. Seek God's Wisdom 4. Respond with Kindness
Profiles in Failure 4: King Solomon – Finishing Weakly 1 Kings 11:1-13 / James 1:1-18 3/31/19 Sermon in a Sentence: “I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith.” 2 Timothy 4:7 Sermon Outline: Introduction A Rusty Crown You Cannot “Control” Sin Your Life Impacts Others Conclusion Question: What is a practical action God is asking you to take in response to the sermon?
Profiles in Failure 3: King Saul 1 Chronicles 10 / Luke 14:25-35 3/24/19 Sermon in a Sentence: The Christian’s Primary Goal is to Glorify God and Enjoy Him Forever Sermon Outline: Introduction Saul’s Failure Summarized Using God as a Means to an End Glorifying God as a Means to an End Conclusion Question: What is a practical action God is asking you to take in response to the sermon?
Profiles in Failure 2: Goliath the Bully 1 Samuel 17:1-11, 45-50 / 2 Corinthians 12:1-10 3/17/19 Sermon in a Sentence: God can do great things through weak people who recognize their need for God’s strength. Sermon Outline: Introduction the Bully – Goliath The Hero – David Learning from Goliath Conclusion Question: What is a practical action God is asking you to take in response to the sermon?
Profiles in Failure “Achan’s Greed” Joshua 7:19-26 / Matthew 5:17-26 3/10/19 Sermon in a Sentence: Disobedience to God is not just when we commit sinful acts, but also when we allow sinful desires to fester in our hearts. Sermon Outline: Introduction He Saw He Coveted He Took Conclusion Question: What is a practical action God is asking you to take in response to the sermon?
3: Walk in Love 2 John, Proverbs 1:1-19 2/17/19 Sermon in a Sentence: Walking in love means growing in holy discernment Sermon Outline: Introduction Boundaries to Love? Discerning Love Putting it into Practice Conclusion Question: What is a practical action God is asking you to take in response to the sermon?
2: Walk in the Light 1 John 1:5-2:2 / Isaiah 6:1-8 2/10/19 Sermon in a Sentence: Rejoice! God is light; in him there is no darkness at all. Sermon Outline: Introduction God is Light How Much Light Is In Us? Walking Like Jesus Looks Like: Conclusion Question: What is a practical action God is asking you to take in response to the sermon?
“Walk Like Jesus” 1 John 2:3-11 / John 4:1-26 2/3/19 Sermon in a Sentence: Anyone who claims to be be a Christian ought to live the same kind of life Jesus lived. Sermon Outline: Introduction Trouble in the Early Church Walking Like Jesus Conclusion Question: What is a practical action God is asking you to take in response to the sermon?
Jesus Attending to His Father's Business. The Prophesied Messiah's Proclamation is Opposed & Rejected. The Kingdom of God is Already, But Not Yet. You are one part of a much larger body, family, & dominion in Christ with our Father.
2019 Epiphany Sermon God’s Glory Appears! Isaiah 60:1-9 / Matthew 2:1-12 1/6/19 Sermon in a Sentence: God’s Glory is Being Revealed, Can You See It? Sermon Outline: Introduction God Revealed Who is “Whosoever?” What Do “Chosen” People Do? Conclusion Question: What is a practical action God is asking you to take in response to the sermon?
5: New Life in the New Year Matthew 11:28-30 / Colossians 3:1-17 12/30/18 Sermon in a Sentence: Do you need to stop playing in the shallows of the Christian faith, and follow Christ into the depths in 2019? Sermon Outline: Introduction Being vs. Doing The Offer of Rest Conclusion Question: What is a practical action God is asking you to take in response to the sermon?
Sermon in a Sentence: We are living new lives in Christ, awaiting that future day when not just our hearts and minds are made new, but all of creation will be made new. Introduction: 1. The God of the Future 2. The Necessity of Hope 3. The Promise of Christmas Conclusion
Sermon in a Sentence: Jesus’ call is for us to take up our crosses daily, and follow Him–this is what it means to be made “new” in the present tense Sermon Outline: Introduction Making a New You Early Church Persecutions The Life of Discipleship Conclusion Question: What is a practical action God is asking you to take in response to the sermon?
Sermon in a Sentence: Jesus came to earth so all people, regardless of their past, could find grace for the present and hope for the future. Sermon Outline: Introduction Patriotism or Nationalism? A New Humanity The Joy of Remembering Conclusion Question: What is a practical action God is asking you to take in response to the sermon?
Sermon in a Sentence: is there any “new” in you? Sermon Outline: Introduction An Old or New “New?” The Two Arrivals Living “New” for the Sake of the World Conclusion Question: What is a practical action God is asking you to take in response to the sermon?
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