NightChurch in Kenmore

ARE YOU SEEING JESUS CLEARLY? Luke 9:28-56 1. After 14 weeks in Luke's Gospel, are you seeing Jesus clearly? 2. The disciples show us that literally ‘seeing' Jesus doesn't guarantee that we truly see him. 3. A good place to start is to ‘listen to him' (v.35) Preacher: Steve Young

Following Jesus? Luke 9:18-27 1. The way of the disciples? 2. The way of the Messiah 3. The way of us following Jesus? Preacher: Rayk Platzek

Missing The Signs of Jesus' Kingdom? Luke 9:1-17 1. Why has Luke included this section in his Gospel? i. Jesus commissions 12 to proclaim the kingdom (1-6) ii. The only response Luke shares - is confused (7-9) iii. And on their return the 12 appear no wiser (10-14) iv. Jesus shows yet another sign of his kingdom (15-17) 2. What are we to make of this? Preacher: Steve Blencowe

Signs of Jesus'Kingdom Luke 8:22-56 (reading 22-39) 1. Jesus came preaching the Kingdom of God (8:1) 2. He does miracles along the way ..8:22-25 - restoring order in nature ..8:26-39 - restoring an exiled Gentile ..8:43-48 - restoring an excluded woman ..8:40-42, 49-56 - restoring life in a place of death 3. Jesus' miracles give a taste of the Kingdom of God which he proclaims 4. Do you have ears to hear the message of the Kingdom of God? (8:8b) Preacher: Steve Blencowe

Hearing God's Word Luke 8:1-21 1. Jesus preaching changes lives 2. His parables save some and harden others 3. The parable of the soils shows 4 responses to Jesus 4. Our response has eternal consequences

The Scandal of Grace Luke 7:36-50 The Scandal Part 1: Simon's Hospitality The Scandal Part 2: The Sinful Woman The Scandal Explained: Understanding our own Sinfulness Preacher: Steve Young

Jesus and Rejection Luke 7:24-35 1. John prepared the way for Jesus (24-27) 2. Now Jesus changes everything (v28) 3. Those who rejected John reject Jesus (v29-30) 4. Rejecting is …. (v31-35) 5. Lessons for us to learn about Jesus and rejection Preacher: Steve Blencowe

Jesus and Faith Luke 7:1-23 1. What makes Jesus say: "I tell you, I have not found such great faith even in Israel"? (7:9) 2. And what does Luke show us about faith in Israel? 7:4-5 7:16-17 7:18-20 3. Is your faith in Jesus like the faith of the centurion? Preacher: Steve Blencowe

Jesus Changes Us Luke 6:12-49 Followers of Jesus build on firm foundations (46-49) We expect to change... in what we value (20-26) in how we love (27-36) in how we view others (37-42) It is a change that begins in our heart (43-45) How firm are your foundations? Preacher: Steve Blencowe

Jesus Changes Everything Luke 5:33-6:11 Luke's orderly account has shown Jesus' authority, his compassion, his purpose... Now Luke includes three incidents that show growing opposition to Jesus the question of fasting and a parable (5:33-39) picking grain on the Sabbath (6:1-5) healing on the Sabbath (6:6-11) Can you see that Jesus changes everything? But opposition to Jesus continues! Preacher: Steve Blencowe

Jesus has the Power and Authority to Forgive SinsLuke 5:17-32The power of the Lord was with Jesus to heal (v17)Jesus heals the paralytic, twice!Jesus came to call the spiritually sick

JESUS GOES ‘FISHING’Luke 5:1-16Luke has shown us Jesus’ baptism, temptation, teaching, miracles and now…a fishing miracle which shows Simon he’s a sinner - unworthy of being in God’s presence (v1-10)and a miracle that shows Jesus restore an outcast considered unworthy of being in God’s presence (v12-16)Jesus says Simon will do a different kind of ‘fishing’ (v10-11)So, what does all that mean for us?

JESUS’ MIRACLESOr is it Jesus' Authority? Luke 4:31-44Luke has shown us Jesus’ baptism, temptation, teaching and now Jesus' miraclesJesus did various miracles in Capernaum:  v33-37 freed a man oppressed by a demon  v38-39 and a woman suffering from a fever  v40 healed individuals from various kinds of sickness  v41 and cast out demons from manyBut what Luke wants us to see if Jesus' amazing authority...…and Jesus' priority How do YOU respond to Jesus’ authority and his priority?

JESUS’ TEACHINGLuke 4:14-30Luke has shown us Jesus’ temptation and now his teachingJesus preaches a message of fulfilment and freedomJesus’ teaching will generate mixed responses……many will not accept Jesus as Son of God and SaviourHow do YOU respond to Jesus’ teaching?

Jesus and TemptationLuke 4:1-13Luke’s Gospel is written to show us Jesus…God The Son who became one of us (3:21-37)The Son of God (3:22)When Jesus was tempted by Satan…… He trusted the word of God (Dt. 8:3)… continued to serve God alone (Dt. 6:13)… and did not put God to the test (Dt. 6:16)Jesus is perfectly equipped to help us when we are tempted!   (Heb. 2:14-18)

How do we stand firm in the Lord? Philippians 4 Paul's instructions for standing firm in the Lord (v 2-9) 1.   Resolve conflict and work in gospel partnership 2.   Rejoice in the Lord always 3.   Do all things with a prayerful attitude of thanksgiving 4.   Be active - living a gospel shaped life Paul as an example of how to stand firm in the Lord (v10-23) 1. 2. 3. 4.

DO YOU KNOW JESUS AS LORD AND SAVIOUR? Luke’s Gospel – Chapter 24 Luke’s Gospel was written to demonstrate that Jesus is the Messiah – our Lord and Saviour Luke tells us about Jesus’ Resurrection Shows us genuine responses to an unlikely event An event with lasting significance Do you know Jesus as Lord and Saviour? BIBLE READINGS First Reading: Luke 24:1-12 Second Reading: Luke 24:13-35 Third Reading: Luke 24:36-49

DO YOU KNOW JESUS AS LORD AND SAVIOUR? Luke’s Gospel – Chapter 23 Luke’s Gospel was written to demonstrate that Jesus is the Messiah – our Lord and Saviour Everyone failed to recognise Jesus as they had him crucified – they mocked him because he didn’t save himself But Jesus understood completely what he was doing – as our Lord and Saviour Do you know Jesus as Lord and Saviour? BIBLE READINGS First Reading: Luke 22:39-44 Second Reading: Luke 22:63-23:4 Third Reading: Luke 23:26-43

I Want to Know ChristPhilippians 3:1-4:1“I want to know Christ… ” Philippians 3:10 (NIV)1.    Christians are citizens of heaven (3:20, 1:27)2.    What matters to us is knowing Jesus (3:1-10)3.    And making Jesus known (3:10-4:1)

It’s what God is doing that really mattersPhilippians 2:12-30“It is God who works in you to will and to act in order to fulfil his good purpose” Philippians 2:13 (NIV)As Christians we should conduct ourselves in a manner worthy of the Gospel (1:27)Therefore … we “work out” our salvation (2:12 and 14-16)some examples (2:17-30)But we knowing it is God who is at work (2:13)

Have the same mind as ChristPhilippians 1:27-2:11Live a life that is worthy of the Gospel of Jesus (1:27)Don't be afraid of opposition from those who do not believe (2:28-29)And let humility shape the way you relate with those who do believe (2:1-4)- have the same mind as Chris (2:5-11)  A life that is worthy of the Gospel of Jesus begins with humility and repentance...

Think of yourselves as Partners in the GospelPhilippians 1:12-26Paul writes to encourage the Philippians to stand firm (1:27 & 4:1)He shares his joyful prayer for his partners in the Gospel (1:1-11)and his positive perspective on challenges to their Gospel work (1:12-18)He expresses his resolve - to do everything for Christ and His Gospel (1:18-26)All of this encourages US too… as partners in the Gospel

Main point: The Gospel Changes LivesPoint 1: Some Characteristics of the Christian Life (Phil 1:1-11)SufferingHumilityPartnershipJoyPoint 2: These Characteristics are Found in Jesus (Phil 2:5-11)Point 3: These Characteristics in UsTimothy (2:19-24)Epaphroditus (2:25-30)Paul (3:4-17)The Philippians themselvesUs?

Psalm 2Why are people rebelling against God and His Messiah?How is God responding to it?What is God calling us to do?

Church: Growing in GenerosityBible Reading 1 Cor. 15:58-16:9, 2 Cor. 8:1-9sermon recording will land here: https://kpc.org.au/resources/bible-talk-podcast/Sermons on ChurchWho we are: A Bible teaching Church that seeks to grow followers of JesusWhat we’re doing: Growing followers of Jesus, by growing in knowing Jesus, growing in living for Jesus, and growing in sharing the gospel of JesusGrowing in Generosity is part of growing in living for Jesus.A bit about how we do things as a church…-When it comes to giving: In the New Testament ‘generosity’ is the overriding principle-Let's be a Bible Teaching Church that seeks to Grow Followers of Jesus, and excels in ‘generosity’

Church: Clear on what we're doing(Bible Reading Colossians 1:3-14)1. Last week: Clear on who we areWe are sinners made alive in Jesus by responding to the GospelWe gather around Jesus and His Gospel as people who belong to Jesus and want to live for Himwe seek to GROW as followers of Jesus (by growing in knowing Jesus, growing in living for Jesus and growing in sharing the Gospel of Jesus)2. Structures to help GROW people..----3. A Bible teaching Church in the western suburbs of Brisbane …

Church: Clear on Who We Are(Bible Reading: Ephesians 1:15-23)Lets be clear on who we are as a Church1 We are sinners made alive in Jesus...... by responding to the Gospel of Jesus2 We gather around Jesus and His Gospel...... as people who belong to Jesus and want to live for Him.3 We seek to grow as followers of Jesus...... by growing in knowing Jesus,... growing in living for Jesus... growing in sharing the Gospel of JesusNext week: Lets be clear on what we're doing

True Wisdom is Gospel WisdomJames 3:13-181. If you claim to be wise, show it in your actions (v13)2. Wisdom and understanding are seen in actions motivated by meekness (v13)3. Wisdom and understanding are not seen in jealousy and selfish ambition (v14-16)4. Godly wisdom is – pure, peaceable, gentle, open to reason, full of mercy and good fruits, impartial, sincere. (v17-18)5. It is the gospel of Jesus that makes us truly wise!

The Tale our Tongues Tell!James 3:1-121. Tongues are POWERFUL  (3:1-6)2. and Tongues are UNTAMABLE (3:7-8)3. The Tale our Tongues Tell ABOUT US! (3:9-12)Fix your heart and you'll fix your tongue!

Faith that doesn't save! James 2:14-261. 'Faith' that cannot save (James 2:14-20)a useless example (v14-17)the ultimate example of 'faith' that cannot save (v19)2. Faith that saves (James 2:18-26)faith and actions - "don't just say it, do it!" (v18)two examples of faith that savesAbraham (v20-24 see also Gen 12:1-4, 22:1-20, Heb 11:17-19)Rahab (v25-26 see also Joshua 2:8-13)3. what James is NOT sayingTake context into accountNotice the way words are usedCompare with the rest of the BibleFaith in Action - don't just say it, do it!

The Gospel Flatters No-one! (James 1:19-27)James 1:19-271.  Be quick to listen... v19-20to the implanted word v21the perfect law that gives freedom v25(Jeremiah 31:33)2.   ... to the truth...   v21the truth that doesn't not flatterbut the truth that saves3.  And keep walking...  v22-25... not just talking  v26-27

James 4 - "You do not even know what will happen tomorrow": Thinking about 2021This passage is for everybodyYour life is a like a mistTherefore we ought to say “if it’s the Lord’s will”

Repentance at Christmas?(Bible Reading: Luke 3:1-18)John Prepared the way for God's salvationby warning of judgementand calling for repentanceJohn explained what repentance might look likeJesus IS God's salvationhe is also judgeand he demands repentanceDo you understand what repentance looks like?

Peace at ChristmasBible Reading Luke 2:8-20Peace and quietPeace with GodPeace insidePeace with peopleCheck it out and tell everyone6 Dec - Luke 1 - Jesus is for real13 Dec - Luke 2 - Peace at Christmas20 Dec - Luke 3 - Faith at Christmas25 Dec - Have a Mary Christmas!! (Luke 10)

“If only I could meet the right person"(Bible Reading: Colossians 3:1-4, Corinthians 7:1-16)1. What do people mean?2. What does the Bible say?3. Where does that leave us?Sayings people live by:Talk 1: "so long as you're happy"Talk 2: "be true to yourself"Talk 3: "if only I could meet the right person"

“Be True To Yourself"(Bible Reading: Romans 1:18-32)1.What do people mean?2. What does the Bible say?3. Where does that leave us?Sayings people live by:Talk 1: "so long as you're happy"Talk 2: "be true to yourself"Talk 3: "if only I could meet the right person"

"So long as you're happy..."(Bible Reading: Matthew 5:1-12)1. What do people mean?"So long as you're happy, that's the main thing?"2. What does the Bible say?What does Jesus say about being happy?3. Where does that leave us?Don't live for short-term happiness!Sayings people live by:Talk 1: "so long as you're happy"Talk 2: "be true to yourself"Talk 3: "if only I could meet the right person"

But you, keep your head in all situations…2  Timothy 3:1-4:8   Why “keep your head”? (3:1-5, 13, 4:3-4)“there will be terrible times in the last days” 3:1    How do we ‘keep our heads’? - the remedy (3:10, 14-17) What is at stake? - the faithful transmission of the Gospel (4:1-8)       2 Timothy so far…A Gospel Heart 1:1-7, 4:9-22Guard the Gospel 1:8-18Endure Hardship for the Gospel 2:1-13The Power of Words… 2:14-26

The Power of Words…2  Timothy 2:14-26   The power of words… DON’T-   quarrel about words v14-   be drawn into godless chatter v16-   have anything to do with foolish and stupid arguments v23  DO-   remind, warn and gently instruct v14, v25-   correctly handle the truth v15   Words that lead to repentance and godliness 

Guard the Gospel2 Timothy 2:1-131.    Stay strong in the Gospel2.    And pass it on2 Timothy so far:11 Oct - A Gospel Heart 1:1-7, 4:9-2218 Oct - Don’t be ashamed of the Gospel 1:5-1825 Oct - Guard the Gospel 2:1-13

Do not be ashamed of the Gospel!2 Timothy 1:5-181.     Don’t be ashamed of the gospel of Jesus2.    But share in suffering for the gospel

A Gospel Heart?2 Timothy 1:1-7 & 4:9-22 1. Genuine joy, sincere faith, Gospel heritage …2. … and a willingness to suffer for the Gospel …3. … while working together to see the Gospel of Jesus fully proclaimedDoes all that describe us?

Trusting God When Life is Hard (Isaiah 36-67)Bible Reading Isaiah 36:1 - 37:7Trust God when things are difficult (36:1-22)because God has not abandoned you (36:1-12)because God alone works for our good (36:13-22)Trust God to hear your prayers (37:1-20)because we are powerless (37:1-4)because God's word is powerful (37:5-7)because there is no one like God (37:14-20)Trust God to achieve his plan for you, and for our world (37:21-36)

As we have opportunity, let us do good: what it means to be SpiritualGalatians 5:25-6:10Point 1: Let us do good to all people (the extension of the fruit of the Spirit)Point 2: Bearing each other's burdens (in humility)Point 3: Bearing each other's burdens in covid-times

Come, Lord JesusRevelation 21:9-22:21Bible Reading: 21:9-221. Revelation recap:a letter to Christians caught in the overlap of the agesa vision with multiple scenes – like camera angles on2. The final scene:The Preview - God will make everything new (21:1-8)The Final Scene: The fulfilment of all hope (21:9-22:6)God’s city (21:10-21 - Ezekiel 48:30-34, Isaiah 54:11-12) God’s sanctuary (21:22-27 - Isaiah 60:19-20) God’s garden (22:1-5 - Genesis 2:8-14, Ezekiel 47:1,12) Come Lord Jesus (22:7-21)3. Some warnings

Behind The Scenes (Revelation 19:11-21:8)1. Part of the Bible where Christians differ2. It is another look behind the scenes...3. Visions which challenge and reassure Christians as we serve the King of Kings and Lord of Lords

1. Through Christ, we are free to live a life of loving (and willing) service of one another 2. This Spirit-led freedom helps us love our neighbour as ourself… 3. … therefore, keep in step with the Spirit.

The Fall of Babylon – Again! Revelation 17:1-19:10 Another ‘scene’ in the vision John saw and recorded for the churches Some background: The name ‘Babylon’ out-lives the city itself Genesis 11:1-9 Isaiah 14:12-15 1 Peter 5:13 In Revelation 17-19 we see the fall of ‘Babylon’… But who or what does she represent? This scene in the vision motivates us to live for Jesus… … and not for the ‘world’

God Knows How to Judge! Revelation 15:5-16:21   God’s wrath is real… and reasonable The scenes in Revelation are not chronological, but they are connected: trouble sweeps the word (seven seals), God warns (seven trumpets), God punishes (seven bowls). Each scene portrays the situation now and the at the return of Christ Consider the reality of the reasonable wrath of God…

What do we have to fear? Revelation 11:19- 15:5 Bible Reading: Revelation 12:1-12 The war is won But battle continues… for a time What do we have to fear?

A Message For Those Who Are Waiting Revelation 6-11 (Reading: chapter 6:1-7:4 and 11:15-18)   A message for those who are waiting for Jesus Jesus triumphs over tyranny and terror Seven Seals (6:1-8:5) And Jesus conquers chaos and catastrophe Seven Trumpets (8:6-11:19) So, patiently persevere with your faith fixed on Jesus!