The Narrow Path Of The Cross
The Backroad vs. The Highway Matthew 7:13-27 Proverbs 30:12 Romans 10:12 John 14:6 Acts 4:12 John 3:16 Putting This Into Practice John 13:34-35 Philippians 2:2-8 II Corinthians 5:14-15 Loving Serving Humility Obedience Getting There The cross is the way to the resurrection. Philippians 2:9 Galatians 2:19-20
Who Are We??
The Bride Of Christ Isaiah 62:5 Matthew 26:29 Revelation 21:2 Ephesians 5:25-27 1. She’s ugly. 2. She’s cherished. 3. She’s fixable. 4. She’s permanent. The Body Of Christ I Corinthians 12:27 I Timothy 3:15 Romans 12:10-19 Hebrews 10:24-25 1. It functions as the body of Christ. 2. It is the pillar and foundation of […]
Now What?
His Promise… Luke 24:49-53 Matthew 28:16-20 A change in our: – Understanding – Desires – Spiritual power The Purpose Of The Holy Spirit Acts 1:1-26 John 14:15-26 John 16:7-11 – You can’t serve God without Him. – The Holy Spirit came to change our life, not fix it. – A new way of life, not just an experience. – To glorify God, not us.
The Forgotten Disciple
The Important Disciple Nobody Remembers Luke 23:50-56 Matthew 27:57-61 Mark 15:42-47 John 19:38-42 Life Lessons From A “Secret Disciple” 1. A warning to the strong. I Corinthians 10:1-13 Matthew 7:2-5 2. Encouragement for the weak. Matthew 12:20 Philippians 1:6 3. Good news for all of us. John […]
The Two Sides of The Cross
It’s A Two-Sided Cross Luke 23:26-49 Why Is The Cross Necessary? John 3:16-28 Romans 3:25 Leviticus 16:34 Leviticus 17:11 Isaiah 53:5-7 – Sin separates us from God. – All sin must be dealt with. – A life must be sacrificed. – It is how God rescues and redeems us. – It cleared the way for God to work in us.
Questions
Two Questions Then And Now: Luke 23:26-39 – Why is this happening? – Why isn’t God doing something about it? Three Common Responses: – Confusion and tears. – Personal gain. – Mocking. The Real Question: Isaiah 40:12-31 Job 38-42:6 – How big is your God?
Your Cross
Gladly The Cross I’d Bear? Luke 23:26 Matthew 27:26-32 Luke 9:22-23 Luke 14:25-27 Colossians 1:24 – Your cross is something you do to carry out His agenda. Four Myths – Myth #1: We Need To Find A Cross To Bear The Truth: We accept our cross, we don’t seek a cross. James 1:17 Ecclesiastes 5:19 – Myth #2: We Should Embrace Our Cross With Joy The […]
Dealing With Injustice
The Truth About Suffering 1. It’s not unusual – it’s normal. 2. It’s not a sign of God’s disapproval. 3. It’s an opportunity for growth. The Truth About Faith 1. Faith is trusting God enough to do what He says. 2. Faith doesn’t keep us from suffering. 3. Faith guides us through suffering. When Injustice Regins… 1. Never repay evil for evil. […]
Battling Betrayal
Setting The Scene: When Darkness Reigns Luke 22:47-53 – Judas’ kiss – Malchus’ ear The Truth About Betrayal Genesis 41 How To Battle Betrayal 1. Know who you are and what you’re supposed to do. 2. Pursue obedience and nothing else. 3. Surrender it to God. 4. Let God be the judge and jury.
From Christmas to The Cross
How Did We End Up Here? Christmas And The Cross: Poverty A Crowded City Unmet Expectations Panicked Authorities The Wrong Crowd Blind Religious Leaders\ A Borrowed Place To Lay One Glaring Difference: Heaven celebrates at the manger, and is silent at the cross.