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A church was debating what color to paint the church building. One group passionately wanted white, while another was equally passionate about painting it blue. After several heated discussions, they finally decided to settle it with a vote. In the end, white won by a narrow margin. The next Sunday,…

(S1) TURN THE TEMPERATURE DOWN To cool things down, we need to heat things up…in the church, followers of Jesus. — Not calling for a protest, riot, to be agitators... But, to be those who trust in the gift of God, given them, to share the good news of Jesus that transforms lives! (S2) — SERIES (E2D)…

What are the gifts? Major Point #1: The Holy Spirit is THE Gift Major Point #2: The gifts of the Spirit are manifestations of the Spirit for the common good! The HS making himself known through believers for the good of the body! I want to challenge our western thinking a bit when it comes to the gifts……

Christ's presence removes all shame and fear, prompting our earnest devotion.

Did you hear about the new TV Reality show coming this Fall? Here is the plot. Six married men will be dropped on an island with one car and 4 kids each for 6 weeks. Each kid plays 2 sports and either takes music or dance lessons. There is no access to fast food. Each man must take care of his four kids.…

Introduction This class will be a unique class - one to which we’re going to somewhat learn as we go. I’ve not attempted anything like this before, but I think that it has the potential to be something great! If there ever was ‘interactive’ Sunday school, this is it. That being said, I think this sort…

As we approach a day like Mother’s Day some question whether the church should recognize secular holidays in their sermons and times of worship as our focus should be upon God and His Word. I agree with this, however when it comes to a day where we honor the role of mother or father… this is far from…

38 Peter replied, “Repent and be baptized, every one of you, in the name of Jesus Christ for the forgiveness of your sins. And you will receive the gift of the Holy Spirit. When you are saved, you receive the gift of the Holy Spirit! Major Point #1: The Holy Spirit is THE Gift He is THE gift and He is…

Introduction: What are some funny things dads love to say? Have you ever noticed how dads have to: Comment on the weather or become a human radar Say things like, “What’s the damage?” when the bill comes They will say, “Well, they don’t make them like they used to” when something breaks Dad’s also have…

The great preacher Charles Spurgeon once said: I cannot tell how much I owe to the prayers of my good mother. I remember her once praying, "Now Lord, if my children go on in sin it will not be from ignorance that they perish, and my soul must bear swift witness against them at the day of judgment if…

Our culture We live in the midst of a crooked and perverse generation ( Php2:15 ), just as it was in the first century Our culture today the difference is we have a cancel culture Don’t agree, cancel Don’t like, just leave Don’t speak face to face, just argue on social media (put in illustration of men…

2 Timothy 1 Good morning church! Happy Lord’s Day to you all. We are grateful that you have chosen to worship our Lord with us this morning. This morning we are beginning a new book together, so perfect timing if this is your first time with us! We are beginning the second letter that Paul wrote to Timothy.…

Passion is the catalyst that launches all of our ambitions and goals. It drives us to, not only start, but to also finish. definition of passion: intense, driving, or overmastering feeling or conviction ardent affection : LOVE (Ardent=characterized by warmth of feeling typically expressed in eager zealous…

3 I thank God, whom I serve from my forefathers with pure conscience, that without ceasing I have remembrance of thee in my prayers night and day; 4 Greatly desiring to see thee, being mindful of thy tears, that I may be filled with joy; 5 When I call to remembrance the unfeigned faith that is in thee,…

Introduction: Do you ever get the blues? We’ve been talking about this a lot lately I feel, but I don’t think we can talk about it enough. We need to be encouragers and we need to be encouraged ourselves. That’s what I love about Paul and Timothy’s relationship with each other. They both helped each…

Introduction: Do you ever feel overwhelmed with life? Maybe you feel a little terrified with the assignment God has given you. Timothy struggled some with feeling inadequate and fearful to do what God had given him to do. He was faithful, but he often got overwhelmed. Paul wrote to encourage Timothy…

2 Timothy 1:1-9 I don’t know how many of you have ever participated in a school play, or maybe local theater. Our kids weren’t really into that, but a couple of them were really into music and they had different opportunities to use those talents. One performed for the Penobscot Theater for awhile, another…

Evening 9th Oct 2022

Elder - Matt Markham

Today is Fathers Day. Happy Fathers Day to all you Dads. This August will be 10-years since my Dad went home to be with the Lord. What a great guy! A wonderful sense of humor, while always teaching me a new way to handle a project or problem. I have many fond memories of my Dad, but the one that stands…

The mother of three notorious kids was asked, “If you had to do it all over again would you have children? Sure,” she said, “but not the same ones.” Mom’s, admit it: there are days when you feel this way. However, at the end of the day mom’s, if you had to do it all over again…you would – and you’d have…

2 Timothy 1:5–7 (KJV 1900) 5 when I call to remembrance the unfeigned faith that is in thee, which dwelt first in thy grandmother Lois, and thy mother Eunice; and I am persuaded that in thee also. 6 Wherefore I put thee in remembrance that thou stir up the gift of God, which is in thee by the putting…

2 Timothy We are beginning our series on 2 Timothy this week. As we leave the letter to Titus I wanted to remind you that the goal of Paul’s writing to Titus Key Theme: Moving the church towards godliness and good works. 2 Timothy is the final book in our series entitled the Church: Standards and Leadership…

Setting up the series Paul’s life is drawing to an end. The times have changed and he knew what was coming. We have before us now his final instructions, final appeals to his young protege Timothy. (intro to 2nd Timothy slide here) Paul as certain of his death ( 2Tim4:6 ) and many of his contemporaries…

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…