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Deuteronomy 6:1–2 (ESV) — 1 “Now this is the commandment—the statutes and the rules—that the Lord your God commanded me to teach you, that you may do them in the land to which you are going over, to possess it, 2 that you may fear the Lord your God, you and your son and your son’s son, by keeping all…

Introduction While you’re turning to our text, I have a question for you to consider: what is the very first human emotion that is recorded in the Bible? Fear And he said, I heard thy voice in the garden, and I was afraid, because I was naked; and I hid myself. Fear is the very first human emotion that…

Psalm 86:11 (ESV) — 11 Teach me your way, O Lord, that I may walk in your truth; unite my heart to fear your name. 11 Teach me your way, O Lord , that I may walk in your truth; unite my heart to fear your name. Deuteronomy 10:12-13 (ESV) — 12 “And now, Israel, what does the Lord your God require of you,…

Fear of God

For the past couple of weeks - we’ve taken a close look at - Elijah - the prophet of God. We’ve seen him as a Man of Prayer... That BEING a man in constant COMMUNION with God - he was connected to... God’s Posture in the World God’s Providence God’s Preparation God’s Power We’ve also seen him as a Man…

Each Generatoni Faces the same predicament: self or God?

Proverbs is a difficult book, full of contradictions, puzzles and straightforward no-brainers. How should a Christian treat this ancient collection of wisdom? Does it have any value for us in the distant 21st Century, almost three millenia removed from its origins? Join us as we introduce our study on Proverbs, wisdom for life.

Reckoning with the people vs 1-5 Samuel clears his account with the people do I owe anyone anything any unanswered accusations or claims against me Only a debt of Love It’s time to wake up and live in light of Christ’s Return Stand Still vs 7-15 Need for stillness in a fast paced world (quiet, truth)…

The Help to Overcome There are times in our life when we need to be reminded of God’s power and his presence. So Moses continued to speak these words to all Israel. And he said to them, “I am 120 years old today. I am no longer able to go out and come in. The Lord has said to me, ‘You shall not go over…

10 His delight is not in the strength of the horse, nor his pleasure in the legs of a man, 11 but the Lord takes pleasure in those who fear him, in those who hope in his steadfast love. I. THE CONTRAST A. Psalm 147:10–11 (ESV) — 10 His delight is not in… 11 but the Lord takes pleasure in... B. The Psalmist…

When Pharaoh let the people go, God did not lead them along the road to the land of the Philistines, even though it was nearby; for God said, “The people will change their minds and return to Egypt if they face war.” So he led the people around toward the Red Sea along the road of the wilderness. And…

Introduction Sometimes these sayings sum up why the world is the way it is: I took an IQ test and the results were negative Most uncommon thing in the world is common sense Despite how frustrating people can be most of us want to live well and make good decisions Most people want wisdom and understanding…

Fear! When is fear a good thing? Tonight we are going to look at what many may want to avoid, fear, fear of the Lord that is. What is it, why is it important and how can we develop it. Question: When you think of fear, what do you think of? Do you think that fear can be healthy? (Fear picture inserted…

This Week’s Theme: Walking in the Fear of God This Week’s Word is Fear : It can have at least three meanings. It is an attitude of anxiety or distress, caused by concern over a threat to one’s future. It is also reverence or respect. Finally it is seen as standing in awe of God. Memory Verse: Ecclesiastes…

The Fear of the Lord Awe and Reverence of God. We were over in the building next door, and Harold Eberle was with us. He asked us if we wanted to know God more and wanted more of Him. He had us close our eyes and groan and plea for more of God. I remember crying out for more of God. I remember saying…

Bible Paradox, the joyful fear of the Lord.

Can I clean your windshield? (Can I clean your windshield Picture) Have you ever had someone come up to your car when at a stop light and offer to clean your windshield? There is a certain amount of fear there for most are homeless and you don’t really know their intentions. Sometimes we need things…

Introduction A. Preliminaries Welcome: Please turn with me in your Bibles to the sixth Chapter of Ephesians, beginning in verse 5. Our text this morning will be verses 5 thru 9 of Chapter 6, which you can find at the top of page 1163 in the navy blue Bibles found in your pews. Ephesians 6:5–9 (ESV) Bondservants,…

Introduction In the meantime, when an innumerable multitude of people had gathered together, so that they trampled one another, He began to say to His disciples first of all, “Beware of the leaven of the Pharisees, which is hypocrisy. For there is nothing covered that will not be revealed, nor hidden…

What are some colloquial sayings we use to get a point across? 1 The proverbs of Solomon, son of David, king of Israel: 2 To know wisdom and instruction, to understand words of insight, 3 to receive instruction in wise dealing, in righteousness, justice, and equity; 4 to give prudence to the simple,…

Introduction Read Joshua 2 Windows are functional as well as spiritual examples. In a functional sense, Windows during biblical times provided ventilation and light during the day. there are exchanges that place in a window whether its light or air. There was no glass, but the consistent exchange of…

When I was younger, I was a huge Horror movie fan. Although now, I am not interested in watch people get hurt. The gore and the evil are not attractive to me anymore. However, I still like a movie that has a jump scare or two, or to watch Superhero movies and see the battle where good will win somehow…

Video - Jaws-official reissue trailer In the summer of 1975, people flocked to theaters to see the movie Jaws , but the movie had an adverse impact on beach attendance, with anecdotal reports that people were staying away from the water. The film was so effective by putting fear for sharks in the minds…

Who, in your life, would you consider wise? When we think of wisdom we often think of an older person, they have life experience and give sage advice. I remember in the movie Second Hand Lions, Haley Joel Osment’s character pleading with Robert Duvall’s character that he stick around because he needs…

Paul gives a final statement of mankind’s sinfulness, and then quotes several scriptures about mankind’s sinfulness.