Faithfulness Rooted in Faith (Ruth 3:1-18)
During trials we must pursue a proactive faithfulness rooted in a powerful faith. We must have a proactive Faithfulness… …that is rooted in a powerful Faith
A Love That Makes God Known (Ruth 2:14-23)
We should pursue a love that encourages faith and hope in God. Three hopes for our love: I. A love that creates community II. A love that makes God known III. A love that encourages hope and faith
Whose Am I? (Ephesians 1)
The Reformation: Historical Roots, Present Reality (Romans 1:17)
A brief history of the Reformation. I. Sola Scriptura: Scripture Alone – Pastor Kelly Kira II. Sola Fide: Faith Alone – Pastor Jason Ho III. Sola Gratia: Grace Alone – Pastor Ryan Narasaki IV. Solus Christus: Christ Alone – Pastor Gavin Kajikawa V. Soli Deo Gloria: God’s Glory Alone – Pastor Kim Kira
Where Love Grows (Ruth 2:1-13)
A steadfast love for others, grows in the soil of humility and faith. Soil #1: Our humility before God Soil #2: Our relationship with God Soil #3: Our trust in the sovereignty of God
Start with God (Ruth 1:19-22)
To overcome bitterness and despair, you must start with God. Three ways to start with God: Lament well, rather than complain about your sufferings Interpret life based on the nature of God, not the nature of your circumstances Have a forward looking hope
Being God’s Steadfast Love (Ruth 1:6-18)
Key Idea: We must live out a steadfast love for others that is rooted in the steadfast love of God. The picture of steadfast love: covenant commitment and costly kindness The source of steadfast love: the true God The blessing of steadfast love: we are God’s steadfast love to others
The Beauty of Story (Ruth 1:1-5)
Theme: Ruth is a call to faithfulness by faith in the steadfast love of God. I. Embrace God’s bitter providence II. Embrace the beauty of story
Side by Side for the Gospel (Philippians 1:27)
We must understand our lives from the perspective of the ministry of the gospel. Filter #1: We were made for another home The danger: Christians who compartmentalize Christians who are consumer Christians who are convinced that later is ok Christians who cling to privilege Filter #2: We are made for an eternal family Life in […]
Lessons Learned From My Father (Selected Scriptures)
I. A life that finds joy in the Lord, not circumstances (Psalm 63) II. A life that demonstrates what is truly important (Deuteronomy 6:4-7) III. A life that understands true greatness (Philippians 2) IV. A life of love that points to Christ (Mark 12:29-34)
