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A firm/steadfast faith is pictured with momentum and resistance.

16 and one of you says to them, “Depart in peace, be warmed and filled,” but you do not give them the things which are needed for the body, what does it profit? 27 Do not withhold good from those to whom it is due, When it is in the power of your hand to do so . 28 Do not say to your neighbor, “Go, and…

One body, many parts Many parts are needed for the church to function as God intended. Tonight we will look at areas of service that the parts can do collectively for the whole. First, a few reminders in case you missed a part of this series of things we covered. Body of Christ, has many members to make…

Introduction How can a person know that you are a Christian? What evidence do you display that reveals the genuine quality of your heart—a heart that has experienced transformation by the power of God? A Christian bears fruit in four areas of life: Worship Discipleship Fellowship COMPASSION - the focus…

Seldom do we come across events that change the lives of massive amounts of people, from all over the world, in a very positive way. War can change the lives of massive amounts of people, but war is not positive. Theme: The resurrection of Jesus Christ is histories most positive life-changing event.…

Discussion and lessons on when it is appropriate to give.

The 3 different components of the work of the church are examined: 1) Evangelism, 2) Edification, and 3) Benevolence.

Did you grow as a Christian to a satisfactory extent in the past year? Did you evangelize? Did you edify? Did you practice benevolence? This lesson talks about the work of the church and some possible reasons why it is not getting done.

And no one after drinking old wine wants the new, for he says, ‘The old is better.’ ” Kindness is “chrestotes” God’s kindness isn’t some single act like a boy scout helping someone cross the street. It is the grace which pervades the whole nature, mellowing all which would have been harsh and austere.…

Giving shouldnt be a sad time, but we should rejoice when God allows us to help someone.

Growing as a disciples is not so much about what you know but about what you do. If we want to see growth in our lives we must order our lives around practices that shape us for discipleship.

Introduction (5m) Looked at God’s knowledge, presence and power At end of Psalm, Psalmist opens up to his God Search me, O God, and know my heart; test me and know my anxious thoughts. Point out anything in me that offends you, and lead me along the path of everlasting life. He can only do this if he…

I. Faithful to the Gospel For I am not ashamed of the gospel of Christ, for it is the power of God to salvation for everyone who believes, for the Jew first and also for the Greek. For if I preach the gospel, I have nothing to boast of, for necessity is laid upon me; yes, woe is me if I do not preach…

Trying to discern when it is good to give to the needy, and when it is harmful.

Great grace giving was a bright characteristic of the early church. How should the grace of God influence the way the church gives today?

Introduction There are two ways to worship God, two ways to follow him, two ways to practice righteousness. One is true and leads to life, the other is false and leads to hell. Scenarios of Worship All examples of personal piety and sacrifice that God honours if done from a righteous heart. Right away,…

16 and one of you says to them, “Depart in peace, be warmed and filled,” but you do not give them the things which are needed for the body, what does it profit? 27 Do not withhold good from those to whom it is due, When it is in the power of your hand to do so . 28 Do not say to your neighbor, “Go, and…

Because we have been loved by God, Christians are called to love one another, both at home and around the world.

What are the Biblical instructions and limitations for local churches helping the needy?

Comfort Zones!?! Comfort Zones !?! Entice: Is there any remaining doubt at this point that we have little control over our circumstances?” Jesus is Lord . God is sovereign and we are.... wait for it, wait for it.... stuck at home . Still worshiping online . Again. Changing circumstances require us to…

Introduction Paul moves to specific actions that are to be present and growing in the lives of believers. In verses 1 & 2 of Chapter 12 he dealt with our proper response of worship to God for all that He has done for us In Christ. We are to surrender ourselves as living sacrifices. In verses 3 - 8 Paul…

Lame Excuses... Start: Entice: We don't like poor people….Wait let me rephrase. We don't like poverty and we are indifferent to poor people…wait! That's not quite right either. We shouldn't generalize. Entice: We don't like poor people….Wait let me rephrase. We don't like poverty and we are indifferent…

Introduction So you get on the airplane and you are seated next to someone. You don’t know this person. You don’t know their background, where they are headed, or why. As you chat with them you find out that their flight was delayed. As you commiserate over the difficulties and frustration of flying,…

A gospel-revealing community first stands in the gap for the voiceless and ministers to the weak among them, while rejecting worldviews that are self-centered and not anchored in Scripture.