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Intro: Last week we looked at introduction to the book of Nehemiah and this week we will be introduced to the person… Nehemiah. But before we get into that… let me ask you this… In speaking of people with “Natural” Human leadership traits; are they usually born with them or do they have to be developed…

Align Yourself A Christian’s Motive To magnify the beauty , goodness , and or greatness of God Therefore, whether you eat or drink, or whatever you do, do all to the glory of God. What you go to do or say represents the Lord Jesus Christ. And whatever you do in word or deed, do all in the name of the…

Intro; One of the most influential Jazz musicians [ trumpeter ] and vocalist whose career covered a span of 50 years, had one of the most recognizable voices ever heard. That man was Louis Armstrong. Born in New Orleans in 1901, he dropped out of school in the 5th grade and went to work for a Jewish…

Not judging them 12 For what have I to do with judging those also who are outside? Do you not judge those who are inside? 13 But those who are outside God judges. Therefore “put away from yourselves the evil person.” Walk in Wisdom 5 Walk in wisdom toward those who are outside, redeeming the time. Walking…

Good morning! If we haven’t met - Membership Class Event Coordinator United in Prayer I I’ve heard it said that the hardest things to talk about in church are sex and money. And sex is easier. But they forgot one, didn’t they? Politics. WE We’re not a politically charged church family. I’m so grateful.…

Let’s take a step back into the 1990’s. The Hammonds Family lived in Greenspoint, a suburb of Houston. A family of ten lived in a three bedroom home measuring 1,150 square feet. Little Jesse was around ten years old. And I happened to walk by my parent’s bedroom one night and saw my dad working on a…

3 Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ! According to his great mercy, he has caused us to be born again to a living hope through the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead, 4 to an inheritance that is imperishable, undefiled, and unfading, kept in heaven for you, 5 who by God’s…

1 Give thanks to the Lord , for he is good; his faithful love endures forever. “The Lord” – Yahweh He is good – joyous, pleasing, desirable, friendly, lovely, deserving of esteem and respect. This “ Good One’s ” faithful love will last forever. God’s unfailing love, kindness, goodness is exemplified…

Luke 20:19-21:4 Outline & Discovery Full Manuscript By Calvin Dorsey Intro: Nick name was straight lace or straight edge. They saw the outside but they didn’t see my daily struggle I didn’t always do what is right In Genesis 18 , I believe verse 25, Abraham is having a conversation with God about the…

1 Peter 2 Good morning church! We are continuing our study through 1 Peter this morning, picking up in Chapter 2. Just as a reminder, Peter is writing to persecuted Christians that were spread abroad, those that were suffering in Rome, under the leadership of Caesar Nero. This persecution was government…

Luke 20:19-21:4 Outline & Discovery Full Manuscript By Calvin Dorsey Intro: Nick name was straight lace or straight edge. They saw the outside but they didn’t see my daily struggle I didn’t always do what is right In Genesis 18 , I believe verse 25, Abraham is having a conversation with God about the…

Kiddos - do what you did last week (fill out the notes and one thing you learned) and I will add ONE question at the end. For we know, brothers loved by God, that he has chosen you, because our gospel came to you not only in word, but also in power and in the Holy Spirit and with full conviction. You…

Key Passage In the third year of the reign of Jehoiakim king of Judah, Nebuchadnezzar king of Babylon came to Jerusalem and besieged it. And the Lord delivered Jehoiakim king of Judah into his hand, along with some of the articles from the temple of God. These he carried off to the temple of his god…

A Cal to Spiritual Wholeness Ye adulterers and adulteresses, know ye not that the friendship of the world is enmity with God? whosoever therefore will be a friend of the world is the enemy of God. Verse 4 James calls the Church or believers adulterers and adulteresses. Actually, there is only one word…

1 Peter is the first letter that we have from the Apostle Peter in the New Testament. The overall theme of the book is that believers should follow Christ’s example by joyfully enduring persecution. 11 Beloved, I urge you as aliens and strangers to abstain from fleshly lusts which wage war against the…

Engage : ‌How Does Christ Build His Church? ‌Last week: Jesus and Me---->. This week: Jesus and WE. Tension : ‌Cause for withdrawl- Disillusion church hurt overwhelmed deconstruction “No place for me...” “I’m not like others” The Royal Priesthood Truth: ‌ 1 Peter 2:4–12 “As you come to him, a living…

If I were to ask you who Jesus is, how would you answer? How you answer is central to what we say is our faith as Christians. It is the same question the author of our letter here was asked. Jesus asked Peter, “Who do people say that I am?” And the disciples came up with a list of answers. Then Jesus…

Deuteronomy 29:9-31:30 REVIEW This is our 8th message from Devarim elle-ha deverim = these are the words Picture of Journey Reason why the journeys -opportunities to learn The first generation that came out of Egypt was “thick headed” Devarim is like an executive meeting to evaluate where we have been,…

Walking Together: Purpose Ephesians 4:7-16 Central Truth: God has included me in His P urposes of B lessing ! -- What ‘Purposes’ Drive my Life? -- Matt. 20:25-28 , 1 Peter 2:9-12 The Manner of my W alk is defined by the manner of my C onnection to God’s W ork . < Ephesians 4:1-6 > < Ephesians 4:17-5:20…

The Historical Beliefs of Baptist Churches

Opening Prayer: Almighty and holy God, we come before you today with humble and grateful hearts. We thank you for your word, that nourishes our souls and guides our steps. We thank you for your Spirit, that empowers us and comforts us. We thank you for your Son, that died for us and rose again. We ask…

Who are we? 1 Peter, an apostle of Jesus Christ, To those who are elect exiles of the Dispersion in Pontus, Galatia, Cappadocia, Asia, and Bithynia, 2 according to the foreknowledge of God the Father, in the sanctification of the Spirit, for obedience to Jesus Christ and for sprinkling with his blood:…

1 Peter 2:11–12 (ESV) — 11 Beloved, I urge you as sojourners and exiles to abstain from the passions of the flesh, which wage war against your soul. 12 Keep your conduct among the Gentiles honorable, so that when they speak against you as evildoers, they may see your good deeds and glorify God on the…

Intro Have you ever been exiled? Maybe you were exiled from a classroom for misbehaving? (I have) Maybe you were at odds with your spouse and you were exiled to the couch? Perhaps you were exiled by people at work, they excluded you from a group of colleagues? Perhaps you were exiled from society and…