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Today is our 24th week to be in the book of Luke. Including today we have just 4 weeks left. Over the next four weeks, we are looking at the last fews days of Jesus’ time here on earth. There are many verses to cover and we won’t spend a lot of time on each one. I know for many of you, you probably know…

One thing that last 1 Beloved, I now write to you this second epistle (in both of which I stir up your pure minds by way of reminder), 2 that you may be mindful of the words which were spoken before by the holy prophets, and of the commandment of us, the apostles of the Lord and Savior, 3 knowing this…

The Purpose Fascination - Discovery - Identity - Authenticity One day, Napoleon was speaking of the Divinity of Christ; when General Bertrand said:— “I can not conceive, sire, how a great man like you can believe that the Supreme Being ever exhibited himself to men under a human form, with a body, a…

Torah Portion: Deuteronomy 21:10–25:19 Haftarah: Isaiah 54:1–10 Review Three Weeks Picture of the Three Weeks of Sorrow/ 3 Rebukes 7 Consolations: “Nachamu Nachamu,” the doubled consoling. Comforted but Zion said Sometimes, you can feel alone even when you are with the one you love, especially when they…

Why is the Jesus’ resurrection from the dead so important? In order to understand the importance of the resurrection, you must also understand the doctrine of our union with Christ. Scripture teaches that when a person is born again, when they place their faith in Christ alone to receive God’s free gift…

I. Introduction Update on life I’l be taking the new role of senior pastor at a grace called Grace Bible Church of Cedar Ridge It is in Grass Valley, California, which is about 1 hour north of Sacramento Beautiful area that we’re excited to move to And our family was welcomed well, so we’re super excited…

Today we are talking a bit about excuses to sin. Here is a couple of excuses for thing I thought were funny: When our new hire didn’t show up for work, I called her. She explained that her mother had passed away and that she would need a few days off for bereavement. “Of course,” I said. A week went…

There is certain background in Daniel chapter nine that is essential to understand the events that will unfold in the following chapters of Revelation. The angel Gabriel gave Daniel a prophecy involving seventy weeks. Sixty-nine of these weeks are history but they constitute the most astonishing passage…

I. Introduction 1. Prayers 2. Scripture memory 26 Likewise the Spirit helps us in our weakness. For we do not know what to pray for as we ought, but the Spirit himself intercedes for us with groanings too deep for words. Title and start Catch.. Lucien of Antioch (an early Christian believer) said, ‘A…

I. Introduction 1. Prayers 2.Memory verse For in this hope we were saved. Now hope that is seen is not hope. For who hopes for what he sees? Title What are some valuable ministry tasks people do? Chris Mueller writes "Women thought being a godly woman meant they must be a ministry speaker, write books…

I. Introduction 1. Prayers Bible memory And not only the creation, but we ourselves, who have the firstfruits of the Spirit, groan inwardly as we wait eagerly for adoption as sons, the redemption of our bodies. Title Catch- What do angels get to see that we do not? Angels are amazing They are said to…

Destruction & Deliverance Aright church, you know the drill. I’m going to read some scripture. We are going to listen to Jesus words to his disciples and his words to us. We are going to look at it’s immediate context and meaning. We are going to then unpack what it means for you and me today. It’s what…

When I was a kid - from age 8 to 17, I was a proud member of the Boy Scouts of America. That is not an organization that I could currently endorse, but back in the day there were a lot of good things going on. The Motto of the Boy Scouts was “Be Prepared” On one hand, it was just something that you said…

When Jesus Comes, It Is the Dawning of a New Day for His People. Goal: That God’s people not dread or fear the Last Day and Jesus’ coming, but eagerly look forward to the dawning of that new day with confidence and joy. A new day dawns every morning. The sun comes up whether you like it or not. And honestly,…

When Jesus Comes, It Is the Dawning of a New Day for His People. Goal: That God’s people not dread or fear the Last Day and Jesus’ coming, but eagerly look forward to the dawning of that new day with confidence and joy. A new day dawns every morning. The sun comes up whether you like it or not. And honestly,…

It’s all heading somewhere... Jerusalem! When will these things come to pass? Matthew, Mark and Luke Four Points Do not be deceived Do not be frightened It’s not going to get bad, it’s going to get worse! Stand firm and you will win life Unvirtuous circles Some people get so caught up in all of this.…

The Second Coming Part 1 - Endure in Faithfulness The Second Coming Part 2 - The Time of the Gentiles. The Second Coming Part 3 - Watch and be ready. 5 And while some were speaking of the temple, how it was adorned with noble stones and offerings, he said, 6 “As for these things that you see, the days…

The Prediction about the Temple and Jerusalem ( Luke 21:5-28 ). We learn about the destruction of the Temple in Jerusalem, and the destruction of the temple itself. However, the point of this is that: God wants us to be aware and be on alert for His return. Look at how Luke gave the introductory verses…

Luke 21:25-28 Now we come to one of the more difficult parts of this passage. Two ways to look at this passage. First Interpretation This is speaking of the end, the return of Jesus. We see cosmic upheaval at described in: Revelation 6:12 , 8:12 Christ returns in the clouds with glory. Second Interpretation…

The points we looked at last week: v.6- Jesus speaks of the destruction of the temple. v.7- When will these things take place. The discourse to come is the answer to that question. v.22 & Luke 19:44 The reason this is happening is vengeance on the people for the rejection of the messiah. v.32- Jesus…

Introduction This Advent series as we prepare to celebrate the Coming of God’s Son, the time of Christmas, we are going to look at a few stories in the lives of the people in Scripture and how their story impacted the greater narrative of the Christmas Story in a sense, how they prepared us for the Christmas…

As we move into this next passage we need to remember that this is prophecy. People get worked up when we speak of prophecy but we must remember to be considerate of one another because with prophecy, we don’t know. So I’m am going to do my best by the grace of God to unpack this passage for you, and…

The coming destruction of Jerusalem and its temple will mark a new phase in the establishment of God's kingdom under the vindicated Son of Man.

Luke 15:11-24 11 And he said, “There was a man who had two sons. 12 And the younger of them said to his father, ‘Father, give me the share of property that is coming to me.’ And he divided his property between them. 13 Not many days later, the younger son gathered all he had and took a journey into a…

Introduction Good morning once again from the Pastor’s cave. I trust your couch is comfy this morning. You have your snacks, popcorn, or cheerios I hope you have your bible or favorite bible app handy. I’ll share a little about when and how we might be able to reopen at the end of our time together this…