May 22, 2016Passage: JeremiahSpeaker: Bill KnepperMain Point: Trust God even in the darkest hour. I. Running from God causes pain. A. They oppress the weak. (v 7:6) B. They steal, murder and lie. (v 7:9) C. They worship idols and nature. (v 7:18) D. They sacrifice their children! (V 7:31) II. God desires us to…
May 15, 2016Passage: IsaiahSpeaker: Bill KnepperMain Point: God has the answer to the problem of sin. I. Much of the world ignores God. A. Their behavior was bad. v 1:1-4 B. Their worship was empty. v 1:11-13 C. Their society was corrupt. v1:21-23 D. Wealth but no love of God. v2:7-8 E. Proud and self…
May 8, 2016Passage: Philippians 4:4-13Speaker: Pastor Josh HollandMain Point: Contentment is learned by trusting in Jesus. I. Knowing Jesus enables you to have peace in all situations. (v 4-7) A. Enjoy your relationship with Jesus. B. Other people are not the enemy. C. Remember that God is always in control. II. Walking with Jesus preserves…
May 1, 2016Passage: Genesis 2:25 – Revelation 21:4Speaker: Pastor Bill KnepperMain Point: Jesus’ death for sin is the only possible way to rescue us. I. God created us in innocence. (Genesis 2:25 Opportunity Failure Consequence Innocence Obey the rule in the garden of Eden and enjoy lifeGenesis 2:16-17 Disobeyed God by violating the ruleGenesis…
April 24, 2016Passage: Romans 14:1-23Speaker: Elder John Lawrence
April 17, 2016Passage: Romans 16:21-27Speaker: Bill KnepperMain Point: The wisdom of God brings the power of God to our rescue. I. God works through people. (v 21-24) A. Every building is only a tool. (Church is people not buildings) B. Every person is an eternal being. 1. V21 – Timothy is the Timothy of 1&2…
April 10, 2016Passage: Romans 16:17-20Speaker: Bill KnepperMain Point: An open door policy means anyone can come in so stay alert. I. The church serves on a battlefield. (v 17) A. Some people exist to cause conflict. (1 John 2:13) B. Be on guard for them II. The church encourages a loving attitude. (v 18) A.…
April 3, 2016Passage: Romans 16:1-16Speaker: Bill KnepperMain Point: Start now enjoying those with whom you will spend eternity. I. Hospitality is part of the character of a Christian. A. We are commanded to be hospitable. 1 Peter 4:9 B. We are encouraged to be hospitable. Hebrews 13:2 II. Hospitality grows by being hospitable. (Romans 16:1-15) …
March 27, 2016Passage: RomansSpeaker: Bill KnepperMain Point: God is working to restore life and you better believe it. I. Managers are held accountable for results. A. Authority is given to a few to fix things. B. The world has a lot of problems. II. God has revealed His fix for the world’s ills. A. The…
March 20, 2016Passage: John 12:1-19Speaker: Pastor Josh HollandMain Point: Worship the King who meets your deepest need. I. The goal of the resurrection is faith. (v1-11) A. Resurrection is real. B. Respond with worship. 1. Worship by welcoming Jesus. 2. Worship is surrender. 3. Worship reveals the heart 4. Worship is what Jesus wants II.…