Justified by Faith (Romans 4:1-8)

Key Idea: God’s plan has always been for sinners to be justified by faith. The Blueprint of Faith (vv.1-3) The Betterment of Faith (vv.4-5) The Blessing of Faith (vv.6-8)

Power Play (John 19:1-16)

Wisdom and Words (Selected Proverbs)

Key Idea: Wisdom with our words should be reflected not only in what we talk about, but how we communicate Christ in all things Three areas to consider for how to wisely handle our words: 1. Be Mindful of Your Content (Prov 10:11, 26:20, 16:28, 10:21)         a. Refuse to Gossip         b. Refashion with Grace 2. […]

Wisdom and Friendship (Selected Proverbs)

Four building blocks for good and godly friendships Centered on Jesus, Not Just Common Interests (Prov 13:20) Counseling, Not Coddling (Prov 27:9) Correction, Not Criticism (Prov 27:6) Commitment, Not Convenience (Prov 17:17, 18:24)

The Beginning of Wisdom: Fear the LORD (Proverbs 1:7)

The Need for Wisdom The Source of Wisdom Note: Due to technical difficulties, there are approximately 20 seconds missing from the sermon starting around 25:31

The Righteousness of God (Romans 3:21-26)

Through Faith (vv.21-22a) By Grace (vv.22b-24a) In Christ (vv.24b-26)

It’s Complicated (Romans 3:1-8)

A Fair Advantage (vv.1-2) A Faithful God (vv.3-4) A Faulty Logic (vv.5-8)

Outside Inside (Romans 2:25-29)

Key idea: All the traditions and disciplines of life are to reflect and flow from a changed heart. The Sign of Circumcision (v25) The Significance of Circumcision (vv.26-27) The Spirit of Circumcision (vv.28-29)

Count the Costs (Mark 8:34-38)

Key idea: We must count the costs of following Jesus, but choosing Him is always best. The Requirements to Follow Him (v.34) The Reasons to Follow Him (vv.35-38)

Descending into Darkness (Romans 1:24-32)

Key idea: Sin has detrimental effects, but the direness of the situation is meant to turn us towards Christ Defective Hearts (vv.24-25) Dishonorable Passions (vv.26-27) Debased Minds (vv.28-32)   Note: Due to technical difficulties, there are approximately four minutes missing from the sermon starting around 28:29