Plainfield Christian Church exists to: Evangelize the Lost, Edify and Instruct the Members for Acts of Service, Minister to Those in Need, and Be a Conscience in the Community.
The Morning Worship Service at Plainfield Christian Church in Comstock Park, MI Preacher: Bruce Wilson Youth Minister: Josh Antonopulos Children's Minister: Wade Harrier Worship Leader: Katie Winstanley Learn more at https://www.pccmi.org/ Songs: CCLI #2228009 Notes: South African Christian Mission Our core mission: Teach, Train, Equip South African Christian Mission (SACM) is an organization that focuses on teaching, training and equipping Christians with sound Biblical knowledge through the Cape Bible Seminary and the Bibles for Africa Project. Since SACM's establishment in the 1960's, it has expanded into an umbrella mission allowing it to meet the broader needs of the community. SACM works alongside many other ministries, but specifically collaborates extensively with Gospel 101, Hearts of Hope Christian Ministries and Teach Love Care Network. The leaders of these organizations have all been called to serve the Lord in different aspects of ministry work, but they all share that same underlying mission that Christ himself had: to seek and save the lost (Luke 19:10).
The Morning Worship Service at Plainfield Christian Church in Comstock Park, MI Preacher: Bruce Wilson Youth Minister: Josh Antonopulos Children's Minister: Wade Harrier Worship Leader: Katie Winstanley Learn more at https://www.pccmi.org/ Songs: CCLI #2228009 Sermon: The Chronological Life of Christ #169 The Final Week When the King of the Jews Met the King of kings Scripture: Luke 23:1-12 Notes: 1. Herod Antipas is the son of “Herod the Great.” 2. Herod Antipas is the man who ordered the beheading of John the Baptist. 3. He is the only man Jesus ever refused to speak to.
The Morning Worship Service at Plainfield Christian Church in Comstock Park, MI Preacher: Bruce Wilson Youth Minister: Josh Antonopulos Children's Minister: Wade Harrier Worship Leader: Katie Winstanley Learn more at https://www.pccmi.org/ Songs: CCLI #2228009 Sermon: Josiah: Rooted in Scripture Josh Antonopulos Scripture: 2 Kings 22:1-2, 8-10, 11, 18-20 2 Kings 23:3, 4, 21-22, 25 Deuteronomy 17:18-20 Notes: This morning we'll be looking at the life of a young man named Josiah who became king at 8 years old. He was born into a broken mess of a culture, God's people had wandered far from their faith. On a routine trip to the temple, Josiah's secretary Shannan is presented with a lost book of God's Law. When confronted with its contents, Josiah recognizes the significance of the people's sin and his own choices. He considers how far the people have drifted from their calling as a light to the world. He chooses to humble himself before God and create reminders which redirect the people's hearts to the One True King. Visible reminders can protect us from drifting. What reminders do you need to create in order to redirect your heart and eyes to Jesus? What would it take for you to change in order to have legacy like Josiah's? What would it look like for you to put your name in this commendation? 2 Kings 23:25 “Neither before nor after ________________ was there a Christian like them who turned to the Lord as they did-with all their heart and with all their soul and with all their strength.”
The Morning Worship Service at Plainfield Christian Church in Comstock Park, MI Preacher: Bruce Wilson Youth Minister: Josh Antonopulos Children's Minister: Wade Harrier Worship Leader: Katie Winstanley Learn more at https://www.pccmi.org/ Songs: CCLI #2228009 Sermon: The Chronological Life of Christ #168 The Final Week The Revelation of the Truth Scripture: John 18:28-38; Leviticus 24:16; John 19:12; Mark 10:32-34; Luke 23:2 Notes: Five Magnificent Characteristics Of Christ 1. He Was The Perfect Man. verses 29-30. 2. He Was Prophetic God verses 31 and 32 3. He Is Heaven's King verses 33-37 4. He Is The Truth. 5. Jesus Is The Personal Savior
The Morning Worship Service at Plainfield Christian Church in Comstock Park, MI Preacher: Bruce Wilson Youth Minister: Josh Antonopulos Children's Minister: Wade Harrier Worship Leader: Katie Winstanley Learn more at https://www.pccmi.org/ Songs: CCLI #2228009 Sermon: The Final Week The Revelation of the Messiah Matthew 26:59-68; John 11:47-52; Daniel 7:13-14, 1. This Is A Satanic hour. 2. It Is Also A Holy Moment A plan that has its origin, in one sense, in hell but has its genuine source in heaven. 3. Evil Men. It was the silence of innocence. It was the silence of dignity. It was the silence of majesty. It was the silence of integrity. It was the silence of truth. It was the silence of innocence. It was the silence of dignity. It was the silence of majesty. It was the silence of integrity. It was the silence of truth
The Morning Worship Service at Plainfield Christian Church in Comstock Park, MI Preacher: Bruce Wilson Youth Minister: Josh Antonopulos Children's Minister: Wade Harrier Worship Leader: Katie Winstanley Learn more at https://www.pccmi.org/ Songs: CCLI #2228009 Sermon: The Chronological Life of Christ #166 The Final Week Failure is Not Final Scripture: Luke 22:31-34; Psalm 8:6-8; 2 Timothy 2:13; Romans 5:8; Revelation 12:10; Hebrews 7:25 Notes: Failure is Not Final. Failure doesn't need to be a hitching post to tie us to the past. Failure can be a guidepost to lead us into the future. The Bible has never told us to dedicate self. We are to deny self. A. Peter's strongest point – Courage B. Abraham's strongest point – Faith C. Moses' strongest point – Meekness D. David's strongest point – Integrity 1. In times of failure, we need to see the Sovereignty of Jesus. “Faith is believing God in spite of appearances, and obeying God in spite of consequences.” 2. In times of failure, we need to see the Sympathy of Jesus. Jesus does not change you so He can love you. He loves you so He can change you. 3. In times of failure, we need to see our Security in Jesus. Now the devil is looking for the flaws; the Lord is looking for the wheat. Satan may desire you my friend, but he cannot destroy you. Satan may tempt you, but he cannot take you. Repentance. Crying isn't what God is looking for. He is not looking at your eyes, He is looking at your heart.
The Morning Worship Service at Plainfield Christian Church in Comstock Park, MI Preacher: Bruce Wilson Youth Minister: Josh Antonopulos Children's Minister: Wade Harrier Worship Leader: Katie Winstanley Learn more at https://www.pccmi.org/ Songs: CCLI #2228009 Sermon: Red, White, and Blue Sunday Happy Birthday America! Scripture: Psalms 33:1-22; Proverbs 15:16; 2 Kings 19:15-19; Isaiah 37; Ephesians 2:12; 1 Thessalonians 4:13; Notes: “My Country Tis of Thee” was written by a Baptist minister, Samuel Francis Smith in 1832. The Pledge of Allegiance was written in 1892 by a Baptist minister, Francis Bellamy. The words “In God We Trust” are traced to the efforts of Rev. M.R. Watkinson. Rev. John Witherspoon, a Presbyterian minister who founded what became Princeton University, was a signer of the Declaration of Independence. 1. We are free to ignore the very things that others died to provide. 2. We are free to give up the right to worship God in our own way. 3. We are free to set aside, as of no consequence, the church's open door. 4. We are free to let the Bible gather dust. 5. We are free to neglect the liberties we have inherited. Three principles to internalize the motto, “In God We Trust.” 1 Reverence for God - Verse 18 2 Dependence Upon God's Power - Verse 21. Isaiah 37: Verses 21-24a. I Heard You. Verses 24b-27. I Made You. Verse 28. I Know You 3 Hope In His Unfailing Love Verses 18,20, & 22. There Are Some Things That Cannot Be Shaken 1. God's Sovereignty Colossians 1:16,17 2. God's Kingdom Hebrews 12:28,29 3. God's Word 1 Peter 1:23 4. God's Grace 2 Corinthians 9:8
The Morning Worship Service at Plainfield Christian Church in Comstock Park, MI Preacher: Bruce Wilson Youth Minister: Josh Antonopulos Children's Minister: Wade Harrier Worship Leader: Katie Winstanley Learn more at https://www.pccmi.org/ Songs: CCLI #2228009 Sermon: The Chronological Life of Christ #166 The Final Week Your Reactions Are Showing Scripture: John 18:1-11; John 7:13; John 9:22; John 19:38; John 20:19; Exodus 3:14; Psalm 40:14; Mark 14:50; Luke 22:50–51 Notes: #1: In Charge of the Circumstances (vv. 1-3). He chose the time and place. Gethsemane means olive press. #2: In Charge of His Captors (vv. 4-7). They bow before His glory. 30 pieces of silver—the price of a slave #3: In Charge of His Companions (vv. 8-9). He protects them from danger. #4: In Charge of the Chaos (vv. 10-11). He willingly drinks the cup. Jesus Can Take Care of Himself That Bitter Cup, Love Drank It Up The Verdict Is In Before The Trial Begins The whole gospel is in that statement
The Morning Worship Service at Plainfield Christian Church in Comstock Park, MI Preacher: Bruce Wilson Youth Minister: Josh Antonopulos Children's Minister: Wade Harrier Worship Leader: Katie Winstanley Learn more at https://www.pccmi.org/ Songs: CCLI #2228009 Sermon: Wade Harrier: Father's Day Words of Wisdom Scripture: Proverbs 1:7 Notes: Fathers play an important role in the family. Some of those roles may be teaching teenagers to drive, giving their kid's pet fish a funeral, playing catch, and giving advice. Fatherhood is a choice each day to show up for your kids. As a father when you show up for your kids you are choosing to: Make integrity a priority, be a refuge for them, and disciples them as followers of Jesus. Join us as we look into some words of wisdom that speak to being a father from the book of Proverbs: A father: -Makes integrity a priority -Is a refuge for their kids -Disciples their kids A father: -Makes integrity a priority Proverbs 20:7 NIV A father: -Is a refuge for their kids Proverbs 14:26 A father: -Disciples their kids Proverbs 22:6 Proverbs 1:8 Proverbs 4:10-13 A father: -Makes integrity a priority -Is a refuge for their kids -Disciples their kids
The Morning Worship Service at Plainfield Christian Church in Comstock Park, MI Preacher: Bruce Wilson Youth Minister: Josh Antonopulos Children's Minister: Wade Harrier Worship Leader: Katie Winstanley Then He said to them, “My soul is exceedingly sorrowful, even to death. Stay here and watch with Me.” - (Matthew 26:38) I wish you could have met me when I was a teenager, because I knew everything then. I would have had an answer for any question you may have asked. But now that a few years have passed, I don't know as much as I once did. The fact is that I didn't know as much as I thought I knew back then. And after more than forty-nine years of ministry, I have found that one of the best things you can do for a hurting person is to just be there. Sometimes when we don't know what to say, we simply don't show up. That is wrong. Just being there means a lot to someone who is suffering. When the time of Jesus' crucifixion drew near, He went to the Garden of Gethsemane to pray. He knew exactly what was waiting for Him. He knew they would crucify Him. Worst of all, being God, He knew He would have to bear all the sins of the world. So Jesus went to Gethsemane and took Peter, James, and John along. Then He told them, “My soul is exceedingly sorrowful, even to death. Stay here and watch with Me” (Matthew 26:38). Yes, Jesus is God. But He actually asked for His three friends to stay with Him and watch with Him during this time. If you're speaking to a grieving person, it's often good to simply say something like “I love you” or “I am here” or “I am praying for you.” If they don't want to talk, don't talk. Don't try to explain things, because explanations never heal a broken heart. Just sit there with them. We have to avoid the easy answers and clichés when we're trying to comfort the suffering, because if we aren't careful, we may add to their pain. Learn more at https://www.pccmi.org/ Songs: CCLI #2228009
The Morning Worship Service at Plainfield Christian Church in Comstock Park, MI Preacher: Bruce Wilson Youth Minister: Josh Antonopulos Children's Minister: Wade Harrier Worship Leader: Katie Winstanley Learn more at https://www.pccmi.org/ Songs: CCLI #2228009 Sermon: One Another Series # 7 Caring Christians Serve One Another Scripture: Galatians 5:13-26; Ephesians 6:6 Notes: Two Attitudes A. Fleshly that regards others as a threat. B. Spiritual attitude that believes I should be a servant to others. 1. The old nature knows no law. 2. The new nature needs no law Legalism, License or Love A. Legalism means you live under the Law - the Law is your master. B. License is throwing off all restraint. 1. Freedom turned upward means God is glorified. 2. Freedom turned outward means I can serve you. 3. Freedom turned inward, becomes license. The Law of Love Unless there is love, there will not be true service. We are to serve in love because we delight in doing it, not because we have to do it. Do you just want a religion that is surface only? Or do you want a relationship to the living Lord that is deep and abiding?
The Morning Worship Service at Plainfield Christian Church in Comstock Park, MI Preacher: Bruce Wilson Youth Minister: Josh Antonopulos Children's Minister: Wade Harrier Worship Leader: Katie Winstanley Learn more at https://www.pccmi.org/ Songs: CCLI #2228009 Sermon: One Another Series #6 Caring Christians Wash One Another's Feet Scripture: John 13:1-17; 1 John 1:5-9; Luke 22:24-32; 1 Corinthians 16:17,18; Romans 15:32; 1 Timothy 1:16; and Philemon verses 7,20. Notes: What Jesus Did – Philippians 2:5-8 What Jesus Does Now What Jesus Wants Us To Do – John 13:15 Example of Humility Here's a truth that will never fail: God's will always involves us giving ourselves away in some form. Secret of Humility Practice of Humility
The Morning Worship Service at Plainfield Christian Church in Comstock Park, MI Preacher: Bruce Wilson Youth Minister: Josh Antonopulos Children's Minister: Wade Harrier Worship Leader: Katie Winstanley Learn more at https://www.pccmi.org/ Songs: CCLI #2228009 Sermon: One Another Series #5: Caring Christians Edify One Another Scripture: Romans 14:13-19 Colossians 4:6 John 13:34 Notes: The word “edify” means “to build up.” Tools For Building Up One Another: 1. Our Example - Romans 14:14-21. 2. Our Speech. Ephesians 4:29 3. Our Spiritual Gifts. 1 Corinthians 14:12. 4. Our Love. 1 Corinthians 8:1 5.Our Prayers. Colossians 4:12
The Morning Worship Service at Plainfield Christian Church in Comstock Park, MI Preacher: Bruce Wilson Youth Minister: Josh Antonopulos Children's Minister: Wade Harrier Worship Leader: Katie Winstanley Learn more at https://www.pccmi.org/ Songs: CCLI #2228009 Sermon: Mother's Day “Compassion and Courage by Faith” Scripture: Exodus 1-2:1-10, 23-25 Hebrews 11:23-28 Notes: This Mother's Day, we'll be looking at one of the greatest heroes of the Hebrews: Moses. In Hebrews 11, his accomplishments are showcased and his motivation for doing so was by faith. The history surrounding his birth in Exodus 1-2 shows a violent and hostile Pharaoh attempting to defeat and oppress the Hebrew people. Fortunately for Moses, the King of Egypt's attempts to thwart God's plan failed. What worked against Pharaoh were compassionate and courageous women living by faith. Men and women, mothers and fathers are called to live by faith, just as they did! BY FAITH: Protect your child's heart from evil. Is it a popular game that's filled with vile content? Is it music that doesn't align with your values? Is it a friendship that needs boundaries? BY FAITH: Spend time with the next generation. There are young adults you can guide and encourage. There are students of all ages who would benefit from your experiences. There are young couples who need prayers and support.
The Morning Worship Service at Plainfield Christian Church in Comstock Park, MI Preacher: Bruce Wilson Youth Minister: Josh Antonopulos Children's Minister: Wade Harrier Worship Leader: Katie Winstanley Learn more at https://www.pccmi.org/ Songs: CCLI #2228009 Sermon: One Another Series #4 Caring Christians Do Not Judge One Another Scripture: Matthew 7:1-6 Notes: Christians who care do not judge one another. 1. We must have discernment in the Christian life. Christian love is not blind. 2. We have to start with ourselves. Before we criticize someone else, we should see if perhaps there is something worse in our own life. 3. Jesus Christ is Lord. 4. Have priorities and deal with the things that are important. 5. We must show love and patience It is not wrong to exercise judgment: it is wrong to be judgmental. It is not wrong to have discernment. But it is wrong to think we are the only ones who are right.
The Morning Worship Service at Plainfield Christian Church in Comstock Park, MI Preacher: Bruce Wilson Youth Minister: Josh Antonopulos Children's Minister: Wade Harrier Worship Leader: Katie Winstanley Learn more at https://www.pccmi.org/ Songs: CCLI #2228009 Sermon: One Another Series #3 Caring Christians Bear One Another's Burdens Scripture: Galatians 6:1-5; Matthew 4:21; Ephesians 4:12 2 Corinthians 10:1; Matthew 7:12 Notes: 3 things that are to be done with burdens: I. There are Burdens to be SHED! A. We are to Carry Our Burdens to the Lord! Matthew 11: 28-30 B. We are to Cast our Burdens on the Lord! 1 Peter 5:7 II. There are Burdens to be SHARED! He explained what we should do - restore He told us why we should do it - because of the law of Christ, (which is the law of love.) Then he stated how we should do it - with meekness. # 1 What We Should Do Verse 1 # 2 Why We Should Do It. Verse 2 & 10. # 3 How Should We Do It? III. There are Burdens to be SHOULDERED! Christians Have A Two-Fold Ministry. First, The Ministry Of Reconciliation. Make Christians, Mark Christians, and Mature Christians. Second, The Ministry Of Restoration, Mend Christians. Reconciliation is our ministry to fallen sinners Restoration is our ministry to fallen saints. The Burden Of Salvation - no one can be saved for us The Burden Of Service - no one can serve God for us The Burden Of Sacrifice, Submission And Surrender,
The Morning Worship Service at Plainfield Christian Church in Comstock Park, MI Preacher: Bruce Wilson Youth Minister: Josh Antonopulos Children's Minister: Wade Harrier Worship Leader: Katie Winstanley Learn more at https://www.pccmi.org/ Songs: CCLI #2228009 Sermon: One Another Series #2 Caring Christians Accept One Another Scripture: Romans 14 & 15 Revelation 20:11 2 Corinthians 5:10 Notes: 1. Accept one another (14:1-12) 2. Edify one another (14:13-23) 3. Please one another (15:1-7). 1 God Has Accepted Us Verses 1-3 2 God Sustains Us Verse 4 3 Jesus Christ Is Lord Verses 5-9 4 Jesus Christ Is the Judge Verses 10-12
The Morning Worship Service at Plainfield Christian Church in Comstock Park, MI Preacher: Bruce Wilson Youth Minister: Josh Antonopulos Children's Minister: Wade Harrier Worship Leader: Katie Winstanley Learn more at https://www.pccmi.org/ Songs: CCLI #2228009 Sermon: One Another Series #1 Caring Christians Love One Another Scripture: John 13:34-35 John 15:13 Romans 5:5 Titus 3:3 1 John 4:8 Notes: I. GOD'S COMMANDMENT John 13:34,35 Christian love means this: We treat each other the way God treats us. II. GOD'S LAW Romans 13:8. Love alone fulfills the Law III. GOD'S TEACHING 1Thessalonians 3:12 IV. GOD'S NATURE 1 Peter 1:22,23
The Sunday Morning Worship Service at Plainfield Christian Church in Comstock Park, MI Preacher: Bruce Wilson Youth Minister: Josh Antonopulos Children's Minister: Wade Harrier Worship Leader: Katie Winstanley Learn more at https://www.pccmi.org/ Songs: CCLI #2228009 Sermon: Rooted In Colossians Tim St Louis Scripture: Colossians 2:6-7 Colossians 2:8 Colossians 3:5-10, 12-14 Colossians 3:16-17, 4:2, 7-15 Notes: Intro Colossians 2:6-7 Paul gives us three applicable things that we can do 1. Be rooted and built up in HIM Colossians 2:8 a) Staying Grounded in Scripture b) Understanding Core Doctrines c) Engaging in Sound Theology d) Living out our Faith Authentically 2. Be strengthened in the faith as you were taught Colossians 3:5-10, 12-14 a) Immorality b) Discontentment c) Emotional and Relational Sickness d) Renew our Minds e) Putting on Christ-like Virtues f) Live in Truth 3. Overflow with thankfulness Colossians 3:16-17, 4:2, 7-15 a) Sing Praises b) Sacrifice c) Engage in Prayer d) Participate in Community e) Living in the Name of Jesus
The Resurrection Sunday Worship Service at Plainfield Christian Church in Comstock Park, MI Preacher: Bruce Wilson Youth Minister: Josh Antonopulos Children's Minister: Wade Harrier Worship Leader: Katie Winstanley Learn more at https://www.pccmi.org/ Songs: CCLI #2228009 Sermon: Heading For Home #6 Which Side Are You On? Scripture: Luke 23:33,39-43 Isaiah 53:12b Psalm 10:13 Matthew 27:41-44 Notes: Cantata: “The Hope of the Cross” – PCC Adult Choir "God of Calvary" "I Believe He's Alive" Soloist: Rebecca Towers "Power to Redeem" "The Hope of the Cross" "Here He Comes" Soloists: Tim Wolbert and Chuck Hart Sermon Notes: Three men died that day on a cross • One was a benefactor, one was a blasphemer, one was a believer. • One was a Savior, one was a sinner, and one was a saint. • One man died for sin. Another man died in sin. The third man died to sin. 1. The Revelation Of His Sin. A. No Fear Of The Person Of God One thief wanted to save his soul. The other thief wanted to save his skin. B. No Fear Of The Punishment Of God The person who does not fear the person of God, will not fear the punishment of God, and consequently, will not experience the pardon of God. 2. The Revolution In His Soul A. He Recognized Jesus As The Sinless Son Of God This thief not only realized that he was dying because of his sin, he realized that Jesus was dying for his sins. B. He Saw Jesus As The Saving Son Of God C. He Recognized Jesus As The Sovereign Son Of God 3. The Resolution Of His Savior A. A Gracious Salvation B. A Guaranteed Salvation C. A Glorious Salvation Three men died that day on a cross • One was a benefactor, one was a blasphemer, one was a believer.
The Morning Worship Service at Plainfield Christian Church in Comstock Park, MI Preacher: Bruce Wilson Youth Minister: Josh Antonopulos Children's Minister: Wade Harrier Worship Leader: Katie Winstanley Learn more at https://www.pccmi.org/ Songs: CCLI #2228009 Sermon: Heading For Home #5 Life's Greatest Question Scripture: Matthew 27:18-24 Notes: The Voices That Confronted Pilate On That Day. 1. The Voice of Reason. Verse 18 Jesus Christ was either the Lord that He said that He was. Or else He was a liar who knew He wasn't God and pretended to be. Or else He was a lunatic who thought He was God and wasn't. 2. The Voice Of A Loved One. Verse 19. 3. The Voice Of His Own Conscience. Verse 23 4. The Voice of Jesus Christ Himself John 18:37. There were Values That Controlled Him 1. Public Opinion. Verse 20 2. Pride. John 19:10 3. Position, and Possession. John 19:12 The Verdict That Condemned Him. 1. Ignore Jesus John 18:31. 2. Shift The Decision To Someone Else. Luke 23:6,7. 3. Attempt To Remain Neutral. Matthew 27:22-24 It's a personal question It's a pressing question. It is a pertinent question
The Morning Worship Service at Plainfield Christian Church in Comstock Park, MI Preacher: Bruce Wilson Youth Minister: Josh Antonopulos Children's Minister: Wade Harrier Worship Leader: Katie Winstanley Learn more at https://www.pccmi.org/ Songs: CCLI #2228009 Sermon: Heading For Home #4 Crossroads Scripture: Matthew 26:36-46; Luke 2:49; John 4:34; John 6:38; John 5:30; Luke 22:44;12 Matthew 10:28 Notes: A Week That Has Been Full Of Last Things 1. The last visit to the temple 2. The last sermon 3. The last supper 4. The last prayer The benefits of doing the will of God are always greater than the costs. 1. Crossroads involve seeking the will of God The garden of Eden and the garden of Gethsemane. What one man did in one garden ruined us. What another man did in the other garden rescued us. 2. Crossroads include struggling with the will of God 3. A Crossroad invites surrendering to the will of God
The Morning Worship Service at Plainfield Christian Church in Comstock Park, MI Preacher: Bruce Wilson Youth Minister: Josh Antonopulos Children's Minister: Wade Harrier Worship Leader: Katie Winstanley Learn more at https://www.pccmi.org/ Songs: CCLI #2228009 Sermon: Heading For Home #3 Never Forget Scripture: Matthew 26:17-20; 26-27 Notes: The primary purpose of this meal was not to eat food, but to establish a memorial. This meal was not primarily for the body It was primarily for the memory. 2,000 years ago, Jesus was saying 2 words "never forget." 1. Never forget the love God has for us. Either God will remove your sin from you or your sin will remove you from God. 2. Never forget the life Christ gave for us. This "last supper" would now become the "Lord's supper", because the Passover had now been passed-over.
The Morning Worship Service at Plainfield Christian Church in Comstock Park, MI Preacher: Bruce Wilson Youth Minister: Josh Antonopulos Children's Minister: Wade Harrier Worship Leader: Katie Winstanley Learn more at https://www.pccmi.org/ Songs: CCLI #2228009 Sermon: Heading For Home #2 A Time For Tears Scripture: Luke 19:37-48 Notes: You find Jesus in the Bible weeping. 1. At the grave of Lazarus. Tears of sympathy. 2. In the Garden of Gethsemane. Tears of agony. 3. On the Mount of Olives. Tears of urgency. Three Things That Caused Him To Weep. 1. Because of their superficial religion. Vs. 37-38 2. Because of their passing opportunity V. 42 3. Because of their smoldering judgment Vs. 43-44
The Morning Worship Service at Plainfield Christian Church in Comstock Park, MI Preacher: Bruce Wilson Youth Minister: Josh Antonopulos Children's Minister: Wade Harrier Worship Leader: Katie Winstanley Learn more at https://www.pccmi.org/ Songs: CCLI #2228009 Sermon: Wade Harrier Baby Sunday God has given us the gift of community. Scripture: Deuteronomy 6:4-9, 20-25 Notes: Moses commands the Israelites to teach their kids to obey Gods commands and laws. Such a big task required them to work together in order to help the community to honor God. In The same way our church community is designed to work together to build a community that helps parents and kids develop authentic faith. What is your role in all of this? Will you allow God to speak to you and open your eyes so you can see what next step you need to take in order to grow God's Kingdom?
The Morning Worship Service at Plainfield Christian Church in Comstock Park, MI Preacher: Bruce Wilson Youth Minister: Josh Antonopulos Children's Minister: Wade Harrier Worship Leader: Katie Winstanley Learn more at https://www.pccmi.org/ Songs: CCLI #2228009 Sermon: Heading For Home #1 You Are Very Important To God Scripture: Luke 19:1-10 Notes: 1. Three thoughts occurred to Zacchaeus. A. Jesus sees me. B. Jesus knows me. C. Jesus wants me. He loves us one by one. 2. How did Zacchaeus come to know Jesus? A. He had an Intellectual faith. B. He had a practical faith. C. He had a transforming faith. 3. The grace of God changed Zacchaeus. A. It's a saving grace. B. It was a sustaining grace. C. It was a surviving grace.
The Morning Worship Service at Plainfield Christian Church in Comstock Park, MI Preacher: Bruce Wilson Youth Minister: Josh Antonopulos Children's Minister: Wade Harrier Worship Leader: Katie Winstanley Learn more at https://www.pccmi.org/ Songs: CCLI #2228009 Sermon: Stewardship Series If God Owns It All, What Am I Doing With It? Scripture: Matthew 25:14-40 Notes: Biblical Principles of Money Management _______________________________________ vs. 14-19 Implications: ____________________________________________ The owner has ________________________________ “Steward” - __________________________________ Stewardship is the use of __________________ for the Accomplishment of __________________________. ____________________________________________ Ron Blue says: “You can't fake stewardship. Your checkbook reveals all that you really believe about stewardship. A life story could be written from a checkbook. It reflects your goals, priorities, convictions, relationships, and even the use of your time. A person who has been a Christian for even a short while can fake prayer, Bible study, evangelism, going to church, and so on, but he can't fake what his checkbook reveals.” _______________________________________ vs. 20-23 Money and possessions are very effective ______________________ that God uses in our lives. Two Responses During a Major Financial Change ______________________ -- “God, what do you want me to learn?” ______________________ -- “God, why are you doing this to me?” Money and possessions are very effective _____________________ that God uses in our lives. “So, if you have not been trustworthy in handling worldly wealth, who will trust you with true riches? And if you have not been trustworthy with someone else's property, who will give you property of your own? (Luke 16:11, 12) Money and possessions are very effective ______________________ Too many live for the world that is __________________ instead of the world that is _____________________________. ___________________________________________ vs. 21-23 The amount you have is unimportant to God, but how you handle what you have been entrusted with is very important. ___________________________________________ vs. 24-30 The wicked slave knew what to do, but he did nothing. Many of us know what to do, but we disobey or delay. Today we have a chance to change this. Changed Lives I want to tell you something from observation. I have never met anyone who tithed who did not tend to be happy about the fact he did. He was not just happy about tithing…but about a lot of other things. I've never met anybody who tithed very long, who gave it up. I have never met anyone who tithed who did not say at some time it has been extremely difficult… Generous people seem to be the happy ones. Miserly people seem to be the unhappy ones. The critical spirit is with those who are not giving people. Just look around you and you can tell. --Ben Haden S T B E N E F I T S W B A L A N C E R D R E S P O N S I B I L I T Y H I P A R T N E R S Stewardship The Missing Piece to Successful Living 1. BENEFITS 2. BALANCE “God's work done God's way will not lack God's supply.” Hudson Taylor “The problem with money is that it makes you do things you don't want to do.” Wall Street, the movie 3. PARTNERS 4. RESPONSIBILITY “God can do a lot with a little if He has all there is to it!” D. L. Moody “The most important thought I ever had was that of my individual responsibility to God.” Daniel Webster Receiving Benefits as God's Steward JANUARY 21 “The Benefits of Lifestyle Stewardship” (Biblical Overview) Finding Balance as God's Steward JANUARY 28 “Poverty or Prosperity—Which is Biblically Correct?” Becoming Partners as God's Steward February 4 “One Plus One = ?” Accepting Responsibility as God's Steward February 11 “If God Owns It All, What Am I Doing With It?” Today we have learned that God owns EVERYTHING. Our unwillingness to tithe certainly is a contradiction to this truth. The Lord spoke through Moses and said, “The tithe…is the Lord's!” (Leviticus 27:30) Exclamation point – not a question mark. That statement means that 10% of our income should be given each week, or each month, to the work of the Lord through His church. The other 90% should also be managed wisely. Five Biblical Reasons Every Christian Should Be a Tither OBEDIENCE Genesis 14:20 tells us that Abraham tithed before the Law was given by Moses at Sinai. Malachi 3:10 summarizes what the Law required. Everyone was required to tithe everything they had. Matthew 23:23 shows us that our Lord Jesus recommended everyone to tithe. I Corinthians 16:2 indicates that tithing is still a part of God's expectations from his children. HONESTY In Malachi 3:8-10 the Bible teaches that if we do not tithe, we are robbing God! Isn't it unthinkable that a Christian would steal from anyone – much less, his God? We must continually remind ourselves that we do not give the tithe – we simply return it! It already belongs to God. LOVE In John 14:15 Jesus said, “If you love me, keep my commandments.” Nothing will loosen the purse strings like good, old fashioned Christian love! We give the best gifts to those we love! GRATITUDE In Psalm 116:12-14 the Lord reminds us that since we have received so much, we should respond by giving much! We have received God's Son, His salvation, His presence, His blessings, and we will receive His Heaven…How can we think of giving Him less than a tithe? FAITH God has promised a blessing to those who are faithful in the Stewardship of Giving! See Malachi 3:10-11; Proverbs 3:9-10; Matthew 6:33; Luke 6:38. Faith in God's promises is reflected by obedience to His Word! REQUIREMENT “Bring the whole tithe into the storehouse…” RESPONSE “…and test me now in this…” REWARD “…open for you the windows of heaven and pour out for you a blessing until it overflows.” (Malachi 3:10) My Response – My commitment to tithe is based upon the following truths: God owns everything (my tithe is returned, not given). God expects me to tithe (Malachi 3:10). God promises to meet the needs of a faithful steward (tithing is an issue of trust). Therefore, I commit the first 10% of my income to the Lord through Plainfield Christian Church. ( ) I will begin tithing ( ) I already tithe ( ) I would like to set up a Breeze account to give online. Name: ________________________________________________ Email Address: __________________________________
The Morning Worship Service at Plainfield Christian Church in Comstock Park, MPreacher: Bruce Wilson Youth Minister: Josh Antonopulos Children's Minister: Wade Harrier Worship Leader: Katie Winstanley Learn more at https://www.pccmi.org/ Songs: CCLI #2228009 Sermon: One Plus One = ? Scripture: Acts 3:1-10 Notes: Introduction “The world is yet to see what God will do with and for and through and in and by the man who is fully consecrated to God!” -- Henry Varley What type of person does God use to bless others? 1. ____________________________________________ v. 1 2. _________________________________________ vs. 2-3 “Interruptions can be viewed as sources of irritation or opportunities for service, as moments lost or experience gained, as time wasted or horizons widened. They can annoy us or enrich us, get under our skin or give us a shot in the arm, monopolize our minutes or spice our schedules, depending on our attitude toward them.” 3. ____________________________________________ v. 4 Givers are not people with less needs than others. They are people who believe it is more blessed to give than receive. 4. _________________________________________ vs. 4-5 How to have “charisma” – Be more concerned about making others feel good about themselves than you are in making them feel good about you. 5. ______________________________________________ v. 6 Givers always look for a way to give. 6. ______________________________________________ v. 6 Peter and John realized God's ______________________________ - His ability to give. God's ______________________________ - His willingness to give. God's ______________________________ - His reason to give. There is not a significant event since creation that God has brought to pass without the assistance of man. Partnership God ________________________ Man ________________________ Partnership God is the _______________________________ Man is the _______________________________ Partnership God ________________________ Man ________________________ We are in trouble when we feel … 1. ________________________ - We are the source and supply. 2. ________________________ - There is no source and supply. 7. ________________________________________ vs. 7-10 Giving contains a lot of faith in God. 8. _______________________________________ vs. 11-12 God gave through Peter and John because they were willing to give what they had. How about us? Next time: Accepting Responsibility as God's Steward FEBRUARY 11 “If God Owns It All. What am I Doing with it?
The Morning Worship Service at Plainfield Christian Church in Comstock Park, MI Preacher: Bruce Wilson Youth Minister: Josh Antonopulos Children's Minister: Wade Harrier Worship Leader: Katie Winstanley Learn more at https://www.pccmi.org/ Songs: CCLI #2228009 Sermon: Stewardship Poverty Or Prosperity – Which Is Biblically Correct? Scripture: Mathew 6:24: Notes: Stewardship The Missing Piece to Successful Living Receiving Benefits as God's Steward JANUARY 21 “The Benefits of Lifestyle Stewardship” (Biblical Overview) Finding Balance as God's Steward JANUARY 28 “Poverty or Prosperity—Which is Biblically Correct?” Becoming Partners as God's Steward FEBRUARY 4 “One Plus One = ?” Accepting Responsibility as God's Steward FEBRUARY 11 “If God Owns It All, What Am I Doing With It?” Poverty Or Prosperity – Which Is Biblically Correct? January 28, 2024 Matthew 6:24 I John 2:15: “Do not love the world, nor the things in the world. If anyone loves the world, the love of the Father is not in him.” III John 2 “Beloved, I pray that in all respects you may prosper and be in good health, just as your soul prospers.” “Serve” -- “Master” -- Three words describe the owner/slave relationship: _______________________________________________ _______________________________________________ _______________________________________________ No test of our true character is more conclusive than how we spend our time and our money. The __________ and the _________= Reflections of our priorities. _________________________-- The theory that physical well-being and worldly possessions constitute the highest value and greatest good in life. RANGE OF THEOLOGICAL PERSPECTIVES OF PROSPERITY I_______________________I_______________________I Poverty Theology Stewardship Theology Prosperity Theology Observations: ________________________________________ ________________________________________ THREE PERSPECTIVES CONTRASTED POVERTY PROSPERITY STEWARDSHIP View of Prosperity Non-materialistic, disdain for possessions Prosperity is the reward of the righteous Possessions are a trust given in varying proportions In a Word, Possessions Are a curse a right a privilege Scriptural Reference Lk. 18:18-22 Sell, give to poor (rich young ruler) Mt. 7:7,8 Ask, seek, knock Mt. 25:14-30 Parable of talents Needs Met by “carefree attitude” Don't worry –seek kingdom 1st Mt. 6:25-34 What do you want to receive? Seed planting Lk. 6:38 What have you received? Proportionate giving Mal. 3:10; I Cor. 16:1-2 Concept Rejecter Owner Steward Attitude Toward Poverty We are = God's will We aren't = God's will God's will is not known by possessions Preoccupation Daily needs Money Wisdom Attitude Carefree (Pr. 3:5,6) Driven (Pr. 10:17) Faithful (Lk. 16:10,11) The Problems with a Poverty Theology: __________________________________________ __________________________________________ __________________________________________ __________________________________________ The Problems with a Prosperity Theology: __________________________________________ __________________________________________ __________________________________________ __________________________________________ The difference between seed planting and tithing: Tithing is ____________________________________________ Seed planting is _______________________________________ Tithing deals with what you _____________________________ Seed planting deals with what you ________________________ Financially blessed Christians often fall for one or more of these errors. ______________________________________________ ______________________________________________ ______________________________________________ ______________________________________________ Am I faithful to God in my … Time? ______________ Talents? ______________ Tithe? ______________
The Morning Worship Service at Plainfield Christian Church in Comstock Park, MI Preacher: Bruce Wilson Youth Minister: Josh Antonopulos Children's Minister: Wade Harrier Worship Leader: Katie Winstanley. Learn more at https://www.pccmi.org/ Songs: CCLI #2228009 That's the title of an old song whose lyrics go like this: “I was sinking deep in sin, Far from the peaceful shore, Very deeply stained within, Sinking to rise no more, But the master of the sea, Heard my despairing cry, From the waters lifted me, Now safe am I” I was reminded of that song as I was reading from the Book of Job – chapters 23-24. Take the time to read through these two chapters—they're magnificent! Job's first theme seems to be, "I am unable to locate the presence of God, but I trust You, Lord." I find that coming through loud and clear in the first twelve verses of chapter 23. It seems that Job has a courtroom in mind. "I wish I knew the bench on which Almighty God sits. I wish I knew where I could locate Him. Some place—anyplace—on this earth that I could get to Him." There is a wonderful truth in these words, that reveal a truly remarkable thing about our God. When we stop running and rebelling. When we finally surrender our will to His. When we turn around and come to Him just as we are, we never hear Him shout, "Shame on you!" God hears our pleading, our feelings of need, and He is quick to respond, "I forgive you. I love you. I understand you. I'm here; I commend you for facing the truth." Notice how Job refers to the Lord's response: “Would He contend with me by the greatness of His power? No, surely He would pay attention to me. There the upright would reason with Him; And I would be delivered forever from my Judge.” (Job 23:6–7) All of God's people need to learn this valuable truth from our God. When people come, open and vulnerable with their confession, there is one appropriate three-word response: “I forgive you.” They don't need to be put on the spot or shamed because they failed. They need the assurance of forgiveness. Job asks, "Would He contend with me?" Then he answers himself, "He would not contend with me, even though He's much more powerful. He would pay attention to me. I could reason with Him, and I would be delivered forever from my Judge." How wonderful is that? If someone confesses wrong, there's one appropriate response: I forgive you
The Morning Worship Service at Plainfield Christian Church in Comstock Park, MI Preacher: Bruce Wilson Youth Minister: Josh Antonopulos Children's Minister: Wade Harrier Worship Leader: Katie Winstanley Learn more at https://www.pccmi.org/ Songs: CCLI #2228009 Sermon: Rooted Scripture: Colossians 2:6-7, Matthew 13:1-23, John 10:10-11 Notes: Bottom Line: "Roots are the Difference Between Life and Death" Synopsis: "Plainfield Christian Church is committed to helping people become "firmly rooted" and be built up in Christ. Jesus shared a parable in Matthew 13 which highlights the importance of roots in a believer's life. From the smallest blade of grass to the tallest oak, roots are vital for life. In the same way, roots are necessary for Christian maturity. Three great ways to grow are to get rooted in Community, Scripture and Service this year."
The Morning Worship Service at Plainfield Christian Church in Comstock Park, MI Preacher: Bruce Wilson Youth Minister: Josh Antonopulos Children's Minister: Wade Harrier Worship Leader: Katie Winstanley Learn more at https://www.pccmi.org/ Songs: CCLI #2228009 Sermon: Rooted Scripture: Colossians 2:6-7, Matthew 13:1-23, John 10:10-11 Notes: Bottom Line: "Roots are the Difference Between Life and Death" Synopsis: "Plainfield Christian Church is committed to helping people become "firmly rooted" and be built up in Christ. Jesus shared a parable in Matthew 13 which highlights the importance of roots in a believer's life. From the smallest blade of grass to the tallest oak, roots are vital for life. In the same way, roots are necessary for Christian maturity. Three great ways to grow are to get rooted in Community, Scripture and Service this year."
The Morning Worship Service at Plainfield Christian Church in Comstock Park, MI Preacher: Bruce Wilson Youth Minister: Josh Antonopulos Children's Minister: Wade Harrier Worship Leader: Katie Winstanley Learn more at https://www.pccmi.org/ Songs: CCLI #2228009 Sermon: A Prayer For the New Year Scripture: Colossians 1:9-14 Notes: The Request -1:9 1. Key word is “fill.” Means to be filled to overflowing, engulfed or overwhelmed A. If you are filled with the knowledge of God's will, then you will want what God wants for your life. The Purpose - 1:10 1. Key word is “worthy.” It comes from a root that means “heaviness” or “weightiness.” The Results - 1:10b-14 A. We will have a life that bears fruit (v. 10b). B. We will have a life that grows in the knowledge of God (v. 10c). C. We will have a life that endures in hard times (v. 11). D. We will have a life that gives thanks continually (v. 12-14).
The Morning Worship Service at Plainfield Christian Church in Comstock Park, MI Preacher: Bruce Wilson Youth Minister: Josh Antonopulos Children's Minister: Wade Harrier Worship Leader: Katie Winstanley Learn more at https://www.pccmi.org/ Songs: CCLI #2228009 Sermon: A Prayer For the New Year Scripture: Colossians 1:9-14 Notes: The Request -1:9 1. Key word is “fill.” Means to be filled to overflowing, engulfed or overwhelmed A. If you are filled with the knowledge of God's will, then you will want what God wants for your life. The Purpose - 1:10 1. Key word is “worthy.” It comes from a root that means “heaviness” or “weightiness.” The Results - 1:10b-14 A. We will have a life that bears fruit (v. 10b). B. We will have a life that grows in the knowledge of God (v. 10c). C. We will have a life that endures in hard times (v. 11). D. We will have a life that gives thanks continually (v. 12-14).
The Morning Worship Service at Plainfield Christian Church in Comstock Park, MI Preacher: Bruce Wilson Youth Minister: Josh Antonopulos Children's Minister: Wade Harrier Worship Leader: Katie Winstanley Learn more at https://www.pccmi.org/ Songs: CCLI #2228009 Sermon: Angels: A Song of Peace Scripture: Luke 2:13-14 Notes: First phrase - what this good news means for God. Second phrase - what it means for all of us. Peace from our past Peace in the present Our world does promise peace in a number of ways. A. With Drugs B. Financial Security C. Independence Peace for the future If you want to know what's wrong with the world today, look in the mirror! There is such a thing as peace on earth and goodwill toward men. It comes when Jesus Christ comes into a life.
The Morning Worship Service at Plainfield Christian Church in Comstock Park, MI Preacher: Bruce Wilson Youth Minister: Josh Antonopulos Children's Minister: Wade Harrier Worship Leader: Katie Winstanley Learn more at https://www.pccmi.org/ Songs: CCLI #2228009 Sermon: Angels: A Song of Peace Scripture: Luke 2:13-14 Notes: First phrase - what this good news means for God. Second phrase - what it means for all of us. Peace from our past Peace in the present Our world does promise peace in a number of ways. A. With Drugs B. Financial Security C. Independence Peace for the future If you want to know what's wrong with the world today, look in the mirror! There is such a thing as peace on earth and goodwill toward men. It comes when Jesus Christ comes into a life.
The Morning Worship Service at Plainfield Christian Church in Comstock Park, MI Preacher: Bruce Wilson Youth Minister: Josh Antonopulos Children's Minister: Wade Harrier Worship Leader: Katie Winstanley Learn more at https://www.pccmi.org/ Songs: CCLI #2228009 Sermon: “The Songs of Christmas” Anna's Song Scripture: Luke 2:36-38 Notes: #1. THE PURPOSE OF CHRISTMAS: REDEMPTION Redemption literally means to “buy something back.” The purpose of Christmas was for God to come into the world and pay the price for sin. #2. THE EXPECTATION OF CHRISTMAS: HOPE #3. THE RESULT OF CHRISTMAS: WITNESS Christmas will be merriment without joy, glitter without the inner sparkle of the soul, frenzy without lasting satisfaction.
The Morning Worship Service at Plainfield Christian Church in Comstock Park, MI Preacher: Bruce Wilson Youth Minister: Josh Antonopulos Children's Minister: Wade Harrier Worship Leader: Katie Winstanley Learn more at https://www.pccmi.org/ Songs: CCLI #2228009 Sermon: “The Songs of Christmas” Anna's Song Scripture: Luke 2:36-38 Notes: #1. THE PURPOSE OF CHRISTMAS: REDEMPTION Redemption literally means to “buy something back.” The purpose of Christmas was for God to come into the world and pay the price for sin. #2. THE EXPECTATION OF CHRISTMAS: HOPE #3. THE RESULT OF CHRISTMAS: WITNESS Christmas will be merriment without joy, glitter without the inner sparkle of the soul, frenzy without lasting satisfaction.
The Morning Worship Service at Plainfield Christian Church in Comstock Park, MI Preacher: Bruce Wilson Youth Minister: Josh Antonopulos Children's Minister: Wade Harrier Worship Leader: Katie Winstanley Learn more at https://www.pccmi.org/ Songs: CCLI #2228009 Sermon: “The Songs of Christmas” Simeon's Song Scripture: Luke 2:25-35 Notes: 1. The Law required that all male children be circumcised on the eighth day after birth. Verse 21. 2. The Law also required that women wait 40 days after the birth of a son before presenting themselves in the temple for their purification. Verse 22. 3. The Law also required that a mother and father present their firstborn son before the Lord to be “redeemed” by the offering of a sacrifice. Verse 23. 1. He was a righteous man. 2. He was a devout man. 3. He was waiting for the Messiah to come (that's what “waiting for the consolation of Israel” really means). 4. He was a Spirit-filled man. 5. He was eagerly awaiting the appearance of the Messiah. Three Important Things About Who Jesus Is. 1. He is the Glory of Israel 2. He is the Savior of the World 3. He is the Divider of the Human Race
The Morning Worship Service at Plainfield Christian Church in Comstock Park, MI Preacher: Bruce Wilson Youth Minister: Josh Antonopulos Children's Minister: Wade Harrier Worship Leader: Katie Winstanley Learn more at https://www.pccmi.org/ Songs: CCLI #2228009 Sermon: “The Songs of Christmas” Simeon's Song Scripture: Luke 2:25-35 Notes: 1. The Law required that all male children be circumcised on the eighth day after birth. Verse 21. 2. The Law also required that women wait 40 days after the birth of a son before presenting themselves in the temple for their purification. Verse 22. 3. The Law also required that a mother and father present their firstborn son before the Lord to be “redeemed” by the offering of a sacrifice. Verse 23. 1. He was a righteous man. 2. He was a devout man. 3. He was waiting for the Messiah to come (that's what “waiting for the consolation of Israel” really means). 4. He was a Spirit-filled man. 5. He was eagerly awaiting the appearance of the Messiah. Three Important Things About Who Jesus Is. 1. He is the Glory of Israel 2. He is the Savior of the World 3. He is the Divider of the Human Race
The Morning Worship Service at Plainfield Christian Church in Comstock Park, MI Preacher: Bruce Wilson Youth Minister: Josh Antonopulos Children's Minister: Wade Harrier Worship Leader: Katie Winstanley Learn more at https://www.pccmi.org/ Songs: CCLI #2228009 Sermon: “The Songs of Christmas” Mary's Song Scripture: Luke 1:46-55 Psalm 34:3,15 Psalm 103:17 James 4:10 Matthew 5:6 Proverbs 30:8-9 Romans 5:6-10 Notes: 1. This young teen-aged girl had her heart and mind literally saturated with the Old Testament Word of God. 2. Mary saw everything in terms of God reaching out to people through His Son. 3. Mary was in awe of God's greatness, not her own goodness. 1. Mary's Adoration (46-47) She begins with reverence and then moves to rejoicing. 2. God's Attributes (48-51) A. He is Mindful B. He is Mighty C. He is Merciful 3. God's Actions (52-55) A. The Humble B. The Hungry C. The Helpless Whatever you want…do it, Lord. Whatever you need…take it, Lord. Wherever you lead…I'll follow, Lord.
The Morning Worship Service at Plainfield Christian Church in Comstock Park, MI Preacher: Bruce Wilson Youth Minister: Josh Antonopulos Children's Minister: Wade Harrier Worship Leader: Katie Winstanley Learn more at https://www.pccmi.org/ Songs: CCLI #2228009 Sermon: “The Songs of Christmas” Mary's Song Scripture: Luke 1:46-55 Psalm 34:3,15 Psalm 103:17 James 4:10 Matthew 5:6 Proverbs 30:8-9 Romans 5:6-10 Notes: 1. This young teen-aged girl had her heart and mind literally saturated with the Old Testament Word of God. 2. Mary saw everything in terms of God reaching out to people through His Son. 3. Mary was in awe of God's greatness, not her own goodness. 1. Mary's Adoration (46-47) She begins with reverence and then moves to rejoicing. 2. God's Attributes (48-51) A. He is Mindful B. He is Mighty C. He is Merciful 3. God's Actions (52-55) A. The Humble B. The Hungry C. The Helpless Whatever you want…do it, Lord. Whatever you need…take it, Lord. Wherever you lead…I'll follow, Lord.
The Morning Worship Service at Plainfield Christian Church in Comstock Park, MI Preacher: Bruce Wilson Youth Minister: Josh Antonopulos Children's Minister: Wade Harrier Worship Leader: Katie Winstanley Learn more at https://www.pccmi.org/ Songs: CCLI #2228009 Sermon: Zechariah's Song Luke 1:67-80 The theme is not hard to find. Verse 68 and verse 78. It is the word “come.” It means “to visit personally.” That could only mean one thing: The Messiah is on the way! The long wait is over! God has visited His people! Five specific facts about the Divine Visitation. 1. Christ's coming provides salvation. A. Redemption: Verse 68 B. Salvation: Verse 69 C. Rescue: Verses 71 & 74 D. Forgiveness: Verse 77 2. Christ's coming fulfills prophecy Three things about the promise of the Messiah: A. It was promised by the prophets. Verse 70 B. It was cherished by the fathers. Verse 72 C. It was guaranteed by the oath to Abraham. Verse 72-73 3. Christ's coming gives us purpose. Verses 74-75 4. Christ's coming will be prepared by John. Verses 76-77 Three specific predictions about John's future: 1. You will be a prophet of God. 2. You will prepare the way of the Lord. 3. You will proclaim the knowledge of salvation by preaching the forgiveness of sins. 5. Christ's coming brings blessings. Three great blessings that the coming of Christ brings 1. It is Light to those who are in darkness. Verse 78 2. It is Pardon to those condemned to death. Verse 79 3. It is Guidance to those who have lost their way. This is the difference that Jesus Christ makes. A. He has come to save His people B. He has come to release them from their fears C. He has come to forgive their sins D. He has come to guide them on the path of peace Some Crucial Questions: 1. Do you believe it really happened? 2. Do you believe He came with you in mind? 3. Have you ever entered into the things Zechariah talked about?
The Morning Worship Service at Plainfield Christian Church in Comstock Park, MI Preacher: Bruce Wilson Youth Minister: Josh Antonopulos Children's Minister: Wade Harrier Worship Leader: Katie Winstanley Learn more at https://www.pccmi.org/ Songs: CCLI #2228009 Sermon: Zechariah's Song Luke 1:67-80 The theme is not hard to find. Verse 68 and verse 78. It is the word “come.” It means “to visit personally.” That could only mean one thing: The Messiah is on the way! The long wait is over! God has visited His people! Five specific facts about the Divine Visitation. 1. Christ's coming provides salvation. A. Redemption: Verse 68 B. Salvation: Verse 69 C. Rescue: Verses 71 & 74 D. Forgiveness: Verse 77 2. Christ's coming fulfills prophecy Three things about the promise of the Messiah: A. It was promised by the prophets. Verse 70 B. It was cherished by the fathers. Verse 72 C. It was guaranteed by the oath to Abraham. Verse 72-73 3. Christ's coming gives us purpose. Verses 74-75 4. Christ's coming will be prepared by John. Verses 76-77 Three specific predictions about John's future: 1. You will be a prophet of God. 2. You will prepare the way of the Lord. 3. You will proclaim the knowledge of salvation by preaching the forgiveness of sins. 5. Christ's coming brings blessings. Three great blessings that the coming of Christ brings 1. It is Light to those who are in darkness. Verse 78 2. It is Pardon to those condemned to death. Verse 79 3. It is Guidance to those who have lost their way. This is the difference that Jesus Christ makes. A. He has come to save His people B. He has come to release them from their fears C. He has come to forgive their sins D. He has come to guide them on the path of peace Some Crucial Questions: 1. Do you believe it really happened? 2. Do you believe He came with you in mind? 3. Have you ever entered into the things Zechariah talked about?
The Morning Worship Service at Plainfield Christian Church in Comstock Park, MI Preacher: Bruce Wilson Youth Minister: Josh Antonopulos Children's Minister: Wade Harrier Worship Leader: Katie Winstanley Learn more at https://www.pccmi.org/ Songs: CCLI #2228009 Sermon: Thanksgiving Sermon Thanksgiving Every Day Scripture: Romans 8:31-39 Isaiah 54:17 Notes: Three things we can be thankful for personally every day. 1. I Am Thankful Every Day That God Stands For Me. ''Who?'' - nobody can be against us. ''What?'' - nothing can be against us. ''When?'' - never can anything be against us. ''Where?'' - nowhere can anything be against us. God plus one equals a majority. Joseph learned that lesson in prison. Job learned that lesson in trouble. Joshua learned that lesson at Jericho. Jonah learned that lesson in the belly of a fish. David learned that lesson against Goliath. Daniel learned that lesson in the lion's den. Elijah learned that lesson on Mt. Carmel. Moses learned that lesson at the Red Sea. Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego learned that lesson in the fiery furnace. Paul and Peter learned that lesson in prison. 2. I Am Thankful Every Day That God Stands With Me 3. I Am Thankful Every Day That God Stands By Me This passage begins with no condemnation and it ends with no separation. The mathematics involved in salvation. 1. Added grace. 2. Subtracted sin. 3. Multiplied forgiveness.
The Morning Worship Service at Plainfield Christian Church in Comstock Park, MI Preacher: Bruce Wilson Youth Minister: Josh Antonopulos Children's Minister: Wade Harrier Worship Leader: Katie Winstanley Learn more at https://www.pccmi.org/ Songs: CCLI #2228009 Sermon: Thanksgiving Sermon Thanksgiving Every Day Scripture: Romans 8:31-39 Isaiah 54:17 Notes: Three things we can be thankful for personally every day. 1. I Am Thankful Every Day That God Stands For Me. ''Who?'' - nobody can be against us. ''What?'' - nothing can be against us. ''When?'' - never can anything be against us. ''Where?'' - nowhere can anything be against us. God plus one equals a majority. Joseph learned that lesson in prison. Job learned that lesson in trouble. Joshua learned that lesson at Jericho. Jonah learned that lesson in the belly of a fish. David learned that lesson against Goliath. Daniel learned that lesson in the lion's den. Elijah learned that lesson on Mt. Carmel. Moses learned that lesson at the Red Sea. Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego learned that lesson in the fiery furnace. Paul and Peter learned that lesson in prison. 2. I Am Thankful Every Day That God Stands With Me 3. I Am Thankful Every Day That God Stands By Me This passage begins with no condemnation and it ends with no separation. The mathematics involved in salvation. 1. Added grace. 2. Subtracted sin. 3. Multiplied forgiveness.
The Morning Worship Service at Plainfield Christian Church in Comstock Park, MI Preacher: Bruce Wilson Youth Minister: Josh Antonopulos Children's Minister: Wade Harrier Worship Leader: Katie Winstanley Learn more at https://www.pccmi.org/ Songs: CCLI #2228009 Sermon: The Chronological Life of Christ #165 The Final Week Gethsemane's Cup Scripture: Luke 22:39-47 Hebrews 4:15 2 Corinthians 5:21 Notes: The word Gethsemane literally means, oil press. I. What was in Gethsemane's cup – the Content of the cup? A. Physical Death By Crucifixion B. Some Extraordinary Attack Of Satan C. The Betrayal Of Judas D. The Failure Of The Disciples 1. The pollution of sin was in that cup. 2. The sin of the ages was in that cup II. The Consumption of that cup. God Will Never Overlook Sin. III. It is the Cup of Communion.
The Morning Worship Service at Plainfield Christian Church in Comstock Park, MI Preacher: Bruce Wilson Youth Minister: Josh Antonopulos Children's Minister: Wade Harrier Worship Leader: Katie Winstanley Learn more at https://www.pccmi.org/ Songs: CCLI #2228009 Sermon: The Chronological Life of Christ #165 The Final Week Gethsemane's Cup Scripture: Luke 22:39-47 Hebrews 4:15 2 Corinthians 5:21 Notes: The word Gethsemane literally means, oil press. I. What was in Gethsemane's cup – the Content of the cup? A. Physical Death By Crucifixion B. Some Extraordinary Attack Of Satan C. The Betrayal Of Judas D. The Failure Of The Disciples 1. The pollution of sin was in that cup. 2. The sin of the ages was in that cup II. The Consumption of that cup. God Will Never Overlook Sin. III. It is the Cup of Communion.
The Morning Worship Service at Plainfield Christian Church in Comstock Park, MI Preacher: Bruce Wilson Youth Minister: Josh Antonopulos Children's Minister: Wade Harrier Worship Leader: Katie Winstanley Learn more at https://www.pccmi.org/ Songs: CCLI #2228009 Sermon: The Chronological Life of Christ #164 The Final Week Why Christian Unity Matters Scripture: John 17:20-26 Matthew 17:1-8 Ephesians 4:24, 29-30 Notes: We are Undenominational. Their plea was and still should be – we don't claim to be the only Christians. We just want to be Christians only. 1. It Is The Desire Of The Savior. 2. It's The Delight Of The Saints. 3. It's The Dread Of Satan. What Is The Basis Of Our Unity? Jesus Only Someone has said that there are only two kinds of speakers: those who have something to say; and those who have to say something! 1. It is Jesus only in creation. 2. It is Jesus only in redemption. 3. It is Jesus only in the Bible 4. It is Jesus only in prophecy. The Old Testament message was Jesus Is Coming. The Gospels message was Jesus Has Come. From Acts to Revelation the message is Jesus Is Coming Again! 5. It is Jesus only in the church. Unity begins in the heart but continues in our habits.
The Morning Worship Service at Plainfield Christian Church in Comstock Park, MI Preacher: Bruce Wilson Youth Minister: Josh Antonopulos Children's Minister: Wade Harrier Worship Leader: Katie Winstanley Learn more at https://www.pccmi.org/ Songs: CCLI #2228009 Sermon: The Chronological Life of Christ #164 The Final Week Why Christian Unity Matters Scripture: John 17:20-26 Matthew 17:1-8 Ephesians 4:24, 29-30 Notes: We are Undenominational. Their plea was and still should be – we don't claim to be the only Christians. We just want to be Christians only. 1. It Is The Desire Of The Savior. 2. It's The Delight Of The Saints. 3. It's The Dread Of Satan. What Is The Basis Of Our Unity? Jesus Only Someone has said that there are only two kinds of speakers: those who have something to say; and those who have to say something! 1. It is Jesus only in creation. 2. It is Jesus only in redemption. 3. It is Jesus only in the Bible 4. It is Jesus only in prophecy. The Old Testament message was Jesus Is Coming. The Gospels message was Jesus Has Come. From Acts to Revelation the message is Jesus Is Coming Again! 5. It is Jesus only in the church. Unity begins in the heart but continues in our habits.
The Morning Worship Service at Plainfield Christian Church in Comstock Park, MI Preacher: Bruce Wilson Youth Minister: Josh Antonopulos Children's Minister: Wade Harrier Worship Leader: Katie Winstanley Learn more at https://www.pccmi.org/ Songs: CCLI #2228009 Sermon: The Chronological Life of Christ #163 The Final Week A Look Into the Heart Of Jesus Scripture: John 17:1-5 Notes: A magnificent example of the need for prayer 1. Who controls all things 2. Who is the ruler over all things, 3. Who is sovereign over all things 4. Who knows all things The gospels tell us that He prayed 1. At the grave of Lazarus, 2. At Gethsemane 3. At the cross What hour? Two eternities were about to meet: eternity past and eternity future, and they would meet at the cross. 1. When all prophecies of salvation were fulfilled, 2. When all promises of salvation were fulfilled, 3. When all the specific prophecies of Messiah were fulfilled, 4. When all the types and all the symbols were fulfilled. 5. Triumph over the prince of this world. 6. Dismissing the old and ushering in the new. A. To blot out the power of the curse, B. To reconcile sinners to God, C. To illuminate the obscured spiritual kingdom. He means: 1. The Cross; and, subsequently, 2. The Resurrection; and, subsequently, 3. The Ascension; and, subsequently, 4. The Coronation. A. The most tragic outcome possible B. The most triumphant outcome possible A. They thought was all shame, B. The Lord knew was all glory. A. They saw tragedy B. Jesus saw triumph Jesus Requested a Reunion with the Father
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