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Devoted to Fellowship Today we are continuing the series we are calling “Together” where we are asking the question, “What is church?” On Sunday mornings we get up, get dressed, and “ go to church .” What if God had something bigger in mind? What if we were never intended to “go to” church, or “bring…

In the beginning, God created the heavens and the earth. Which God? The Triune God: The Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit. There is only one God. Deuteronomy 6:4 states, “Hear, O Israel. The LORD our God, the LORD is one.” There is no oneness like the oneness of God. He is perfect in his unity. And…

Rise above in Faith, Hope, and Love. Rise Above. These are words that our Father is calling us to this year of 2023. Our Father is one who rises above, so we do not have to rise above alone. He is with us and we will rise above. 13 But now faith, hope, love, abide these three; but the greatest of these…

Introduction https://ref.ly/logosres/grudemsystheovideo?art=art009 What is the definition of the Trinity? God eternally existing as three persons; Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. Each is fully God, and there is only one God. In Bruce Wares book “Father, Son & Holy Spirit: Relationships, Roles, & Relevance”,…

The Bible Last week we talked about the Bible as God’s Word and as such it bears ultimate authority over all that we believe and all that we do. We believe the Bible is the inspired, inerrant, and infallible word of God. By it, God reveals who He is, who we are, and what life is meant to be. His word…

2 Corinthians 12:11-13:14 In Paul’s first letter to the Corinthian church he wrote 1 Cor 2:14 14 But the natural man does not receive the things of the Spirit of God, for they are foolishness to him; nor can he know them, because they are spiritually discerned. Most of you experienced this first hand…

II. ONE TRUE GOD: existing eternally as three persons - the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit ( Luke 3:22 ; Matt 28:19 ; II Cor 13:14 ). [One True God ( Deut 6:4 ; Isa 44:6 ). This tri-unity is clearly set forth in the form and formula of Christian baptism ( Matt 28:19-20 ).] 1. The God Who Is. how…

God anointed Jesus to preach Freedom Jesus Frees us to enjoy God’s grace. Jesus Frees us to enjoy serving God. Jesus Frees us to enjoy to worship God

Final words John’s final words were of assurance and purpose (Jn20:31). Today’s passage records Paul’s final words to the Corinthians in a apostolic defense letter. Paul had to defend his apostleship, his authority Paul had to prove love for them Paul shared his love, devotion and even suffering on their…

Biblical Basis of Fellowship 1. The word “fellowship” is koinonia , association for the purpose of mutual involvement; in the NT it routinely carries the idea of religious involvement. 2. It is translated as “close association involving mutual interests and sharing, association, communion, fellowship,…

Intro As we look at the book of Revelation it is evident that God is at work. We see the Father, Who is, and Who was, and Who is to come, on His throne in Heaven, receiving glory from all creation. We see Jesus, the mighty Son of Man, the Lamb Who was Slain, the White Horseman, harvesting souls, and…

Priestly Blessing 22 And the Lord spoke to Moses, saying: 23 “Speak to Aaron and his sons, saying, ‘This is the way you shall bless the children of Israel. Say to them: 24 “The Lord bless you and keep you; 25 The Lord make His face shine upon you, And be gracious to you; 26 The Lord lift up His countenance…

Static Electricity/ Potential Energy We cannot see electrons. We cannot see the potential energy that is stored up in an object like a sheet of paper, a balloon or an electric wire. We cannot see the potential energy stored in a storm cloud. Wires are small and flexible yet hold a strong enough current…

Palm Sunday Foretold by the Prophets 9 Rejoice greatly, O daughter of Zion! Shout in triumph, O daughter of Jerusalem! Behold, your king is coming to you; He is just and endowed with salvation, Humble, and mounted on a donkey, Even on a colt, the foal of a donkey. 22 The stone which the builders rejected…

Where do we start? 10 The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom, And the knowledge of the Holy One is understanding. 10 The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom; A good understanding have all those who do His commandments; His praise endures forever. What do we tend to fear? The unknown…

Acts 1:1-8 opens up the book of Acts and lays out for us not only the progression of Acts, but also God’s plan. In these opening verses we are introduced to all three persons of the Godhead… Father Son and Holy Spirit: The first account I composed, Theophilus, about all that Jesus began to do and teach,…

Some Goodbye Reminders Do Not Forget the Lord 5 Trust in the Lord with all your heart; do not depend on your own understanding. 6 Seek his will in all you do, and he will show you which path to take. 1 Don’t let the excitement of youth cause you to forget your Creator. Honor him in your youth before…

We are fighting a problem in the church that we have had throughout history of the church. too many Christians struggle to live the abundant life Jesus talked about when they don’t have to. 1 While Apollos was in Corinth, Paul traveled through the interior regions until he reached Ephesus, on the coast,…

Intro - Encourage people to be baptized. June 30 During the next 4 weeks, we will learn who the HS is from the WOG. Irene Adkins was at home when there was a knock at the door. A cautious peep through the peephole revealed a familiar face. As she opened the door, she was confident that she recognized…

Who is God? Over the next few weeks we want to give you a clear picture of who God is. More than that, we want you to ... Develop an intimate friendship with God. 14 The amazing grace of the Master, Jesus Christ, the extravagant love of God, the intimate friendship of the Holy Spirit, be with all of…

11 When I was a child, I spoke like a child, I thought like a child, I reasoned like a child. When I became a man, I gave up childish ways. You are not mature if you have a high esteem of yourself. He who boasts in himself is but a babe in Christ, if indeed he be in Christ at all. Young Christians may…

Intro Choose life instead of going through the motions… internal vs. the external Step 1 Fall in Love with Jesus Step 2 Choose your Attitude… Choose a Christlike Attitude Step 3 Slow Down - - - Principle of the Sabbath We are going to talk about HS… Holy Ghost.. Most are ok with the Father... Most are…

God exist as a TRINITY . When I first began to study the Bible years ago, the doctrine of the Trinity was one of the most complex problems I had to encounter. I have never fully resolved it, for it contains an aspect of mystery. Though I do not totally understand it to this day, I accept it as a revelation…

Welcome! Turn with me please to 2 Cor. 13:14 The grace of the Lord Jesus Christ, and the love of God, and the communion of the Holy Spirit be with you all. Amen. The doctrinal understanding of a Trinitarian God is a most important Christian doctrine, yet one most don’t often think about. As Kevin DeYoung…

Let’s begin with a word of prayer. Heavenly Father, As we gather in your presence today, we humbly come before you with hearts open to your wisdom and guidance. We thank you for the opportunity to explore the art of healing conversations and the transformative power they hold. Lord, we invite your Holy…