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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)…

Introduction The faith that Paul observed “When I call to remembrance the unfeigned faith that is in thee” What made Timothy’s faith unique? What did Paul notice about Timothy’s faith? What does it mean that it was “unfeigned faith”? What is faith? Faith is the choice to take God at His Word. Throughout…

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…

Meidän hengellinen elämä on ihmeellinen mysteeri: Kun luulen että en ole mitään niin silloin olen Hänessä väkevä. Kun luulen ettei Jumala minua käytä niin silloin juuri hän käyttää. Tämä on ihmeellistä meidän silmissä ja todella ennenkuulumatonta tässä maailmassa. Hän valitsee ne jotka eivät ole mitään…

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…

Introduction We come today to gather before the truth of God’s word, to hear his voice an his will in our lives. Let us Pray If you would open you bible to 1 Timothy chapter 1. While you are turning there after a little introduction. Today we start to explore what is commonly know as one of the Pastoral…

Paul So we know who this letter is being written from. Apostle He is a sent one. When Paul writes, He carries the authority of Jesus Christ. The apostles were the ones whom God used to lay the foundation for His church. There are no longer apostles. The foundation has already been laid. We are now building…

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…

I thank God, whom I serve with a pure conscience, as my forefathers did, as without ceasing I remember you in my prayers night and day, greatly desiring to see you, being mindful of your tears, that I may be filled with joy, when I call to remembrance the genuine faith that is in you, which dwelt first…

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: Today is mothers day - the day that we as a people celebrate and honor moms. In honor of this day - Forbes magazine suggests that over 32 Billion dollars will be spent on gifts and services for moms. It’s a big day. Tomorrow is my mommas birthday - which really just means that she gets…

Main text: 10 An excellent wife who can find? She is far more precious than jewels. 11 The heart of her husband trusts in her, and he will have no lack of gain. 12 She does him good, and not harm, all the days of her life. 13 She seeks wool and flax, and works with willing hands. 14 She is like the ships…

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