Woolsey Baptist Church

God supernaturally guides the wise men to Jesus while Herod, insanely jealous, seeks to destroy Him and the chief priests and scribes ignore Him- Jesus, who is both ruler and shepherd.

Jesus, a descendent of David, a legitimate Messiah, can save anyone, including those with a sleazy past. Matthew 1:1-17

Paul shows how money may bring ruin but also how the rich are to treat their wealth. (1 Timothy 6:6-10 and 17-21)       

Paul ends this letter as he started it by calling to Timothy's attention the significant threat of false teachers whose aim concerns the pursuit of financial gain. The man of God, however, has a different pursuit and duty. 1 Timothy 6:3-5 and 11-16

The gospel shapes how a church family treats its various members who have fallen into sin. 1 Timothy 5:1-6:2

Character and convictions mark a good servant of Christ Jesus. 1 Timothy 4:6-16

We should not find it shocking when we see some departing from the faith. At the same time, the wise Christian can protect himself and others from doctrinal error by knowing that all God created is good. 1 Timothy 4:1-5

Only those with godly character should lead and serve in God's churches. 1 Timothy 3:1-16  

Christian men and women are called to high standards when they gather for worship. 1 Timothy 2:8-15

A praying church prays for the salvation of all men. 1 Timothy 2:1-7

World Focus Week 1 Timothy 1:18-20 (Guest Mission Partner)

World Focus Week | Psalm 96 | Kevin Ivy 

The fact that Christ Jesus came into the world to save sinners should lead believers to glorify God and encourage unbelievers to turn to Jesus for salvation. (1 Timothy 1:15-17)

Our own individual experiences of grace and mercy should lead us to serve the Lord. (1 Timothy 1:12-14)

Christians have been given a solemn charge to protect the church from doctrinal error.  (1 Timothy 1:1-11)

Satan aims to kill, steal, and destroy. One way he attacks Christians is causing us to believe serving God is vain. Malachi 

The church should take courage when it seems we're losing ground and not set our hope on lofty physical gains but remain committed to God's unchanging purpose in the midst of our own mess, drawing strength from the steady flow of God's Spirit and looking to Christ and Christ-like leaders as our guides toward the Kingdom. Zechariah

The Book of Haggai 

God's threatening warnings are meant to call His people to return to Him through grace- grace from the mighty one who will save (Zephaniah 3:17).

Even though we may struggle with questions and doubts, we can trust in God regardless of our circumstance.

Those suffering physically, emotionally, or mentally because of sadistic nations or individuals that oppress, abuse, or terrorize can take comfort in knowing God is a just Judge who will destroy the unrepentant who persist in oppression of others.

While God through His Word points out our sin with a promise to judge, He yet shows mercy to sinners. 

As Jonah revealed in this biographical book, God extends His mercy to all who repent showing we are the conduits of God's mercy as we seek to make disciples.                                

God will judge those who oppose and oppress His people.                                                                                                                                    

Even though our various sins bring judgment, Christ came to bear our sin debt and save all who turn from sin and self and rely on Him to save.

The book of Joel uses the day of the Lord to reveal God will punish sin but also that He will graciously restore.

Hosea shows us the awfulness of sin and the awesomeness of God's amazing love.

Mike Enis missionary to Uganda brings an encouraging message

Psalm 96 calls us to worship God and to tell the whole world of His glory.

1 Peter 4:7-11

Paul reminds the Ephesians to live their lives controlled by the Spirit which produces joyfulness we express to one another, gratitude we express to God, and mutual submission toward one another. Ephesians 5:18-21

Since Christ's saving work far exceeds Old Testament sacrifices, (see for example Hebrews 9:11-14 and 10:14) believers are given three specific responsibilities, each framed around the words- “let us” as seen in vs. 22, 23, and 24 and culminating with encouraging one another. Christ's perfect sacrifice should lead us to the practice of encouraging one another. Hebrews 10:19-25.

Paul gives specific charges related to how Christians are to live in relation to one another. Romans 12:9-13

Paul moves from the first three doctrinal focused chapters to the application focus by calling believers to live out our calling in relationships in the church. Because of the redeeming work of Christ in our lives, the church should be eager to maintain unity produced by the Spirt and one component of that unity is a willingness to bear with one another. Ephesians 4:1-3

The saving work of Christ in bringing us freedom should lead us to serve others. (Galatians 5:13-15)

Peter uses the healing of a hopeless and crippled man as a platform for proclaiming Jesus' death and resurrection. Jesus' death and resurrection points us to only source of lasting and living hope. (Acts 4:1-12)                                                                                                                                                                                                                           

Just as sure as Christ will one day judge, He is mighty to save during this window of opportunity: the unredeemed should flee to Christ and the redeemed should pray for and evangelize the lost. Isaiah 63:1-6

Jesus' gives his listeners two options. Will you choose the right one? Matthew 7:13-29

Disciples who judge others for minor issues while they themselves are engrossed in sin are like blind eye doctors and need to see how to pray. Matthew 7:1-12

Disciples focus on kingdom priorities and trust God as they seek Him. (Matthew 6:19-34)

Followers of Jesus give, pray and fast for the reward of being closer to God, our Father. (Matthew 6:1-18) Josh Chapman 

The LORD has abundant kindness toward sinners but will not withhold punishment for the unrepentant guilty. Exodus 34:1-7

By dying to self, Counter Cultural Christians choose love over retaliation toward enemies. Matthew 5:38-48

Jesus' disciples live counterculturally by an abiding commitment to telling the truth. Matthew 5:33-37 (First two minutes the sound is off, we apologize)

Rather than look for the seemingly endless reasons one might put forth to end a marriage, Jesus allows for only one-sexual immorality. (Beyond what we see of Jesus on divorce, the New Testament also allows for divorce for: 1.) desertion by an unbeliever (see 1 Cor. 7:15) and would seem to allow for 2.) physical abuse of a spouse. Matthew 5:31-32

Jesus redirects our understanding of adultery, calling disciples to more than physical purity. Matthew 5:27-30

The serious consequences of ungodly anger call us to deal with anger. Matthew 5:21-26

Because of our relationship to Jesus, disciples have a different understanding and practice of righteousness. (Matthew 5:17-20) 

"Snow day" message

As Jesus' disciples today, we, by our very nature as kingdom citizens, influence the world. Matthew 5:13-16

Happiness comes from following Jesus' instructions in the sermon on the mount. Matthew 5:1-12