Often Hidden, Always Faithful (Ruth 4:13-22)
We can have peace through the sufferings of life because we know that though God is often hidden, he is always faithful. I. We must remember that though God is often hidden, he is always faithful God often uses the ordinary to do the extraordinary God’s plan is always better II. We can’t let the […]
Come Behold the Wondrous Mystery
0:00 – Message by Sherry Kidd (John 1:14) 24:36 – Testimony by Victoria Hays
Portraits of Worship in the Church (Acts 4:32-5:11)
Key Idea: God cares about how we worship in the church. Two portraits of the church that instruct our worship: I. Portrait 1: We worship in unity and in mission (4:32-37) II. Portrait 2: We worship by honest financial giving (5:1-11)
Where Love Looks (Ruth 4:1-12)
Two hopes: Greater Trust Greater Love Key Idea: The focus of our hearts will lead to the faithfulness of our love. I. To love better we must look away from self II. To love better we must look to God The Blessings of Steadfast Love You experience unique grace You live a life that matters
Gratitude for Grace (Luke 17:11-19) and Baptism Testimonies (Fall 2017)
Key Idea: A life of humble worship means living grateful for grace. I. Thankfulness is about understanding our desperation for grace II. Thankfulness is about letting the gift point to the giver
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 Dangerous Holiness (Leviticus 10:1-3)
Bold Perseverance (Acts 4:1-31)
Five keys to persevering in evangelism: Expect persecution Cultivate a rich relationship with Christ Submit to the authority of God over all other authorities Embrace the sovereignty of God in persecution Desire faithful proclamation more than fleeting peace
Prayer (Matthew 6:5-13)
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