Sermons

Sermon Notes: The Prophets’ job description was twofold: Forth-telling is to reveal God’s present thoughts, feelings, and will for His people. Foretelling is to reveal future events before they come to pass. Joel 1 is forth-telling as God speaks to the present judgment on His people by locusts. Joel 2 is foretelling as God speaks […]

Sermon Notes: THE MAN The prophet Joel describes a locust invasion which he sees as a judgment of God. The prophet Joel has been called the prophet of revival and the prophet of Pentecost. THE MESSAGE The prophet Joel is God’s voice in the midst of suffering and confusion. The prophet Joel can teach us […]

Sermon Notes: Time is a temporary, limited resource. We are managers of the time we have been gifted. We need to learn to manage our time on what matters most. My schedule: +________________________ -________________________ >________________________ <________________________   Follow-up Questions from Sunday’s Message: Quick Review: Looking back at your notes from this week’s teaching, was there […]

Sermon Notes: True peace begins with you and your Creator. (Romans 5:1-2) Peace with yourself happens from the inside (Ephesians 1:1-14) Peace with ourselves originates from our understanding of who we are in Christ. (Ephesians 1:1-14) Peace with ourselves happens when we forgive (Ephesians 4:31-32) People at peace can help bring peace to others. (Romans […]

Sermon Notes: God created life to be lived and enjoyed. (Genesis 1; Psalm 23) The Triune God is the most joyful being in the universe. (John 15:11; Ecclesiastes 2:24-25) The joy of the Lord is our strength. (Nehemiah 8:9-11) The joy of the Lord is to be pursued. (Galatians 5:22) Follow-up Questions from Sunday’s Message: […]

Sermon Notes: You resting is a big deal to God. (Exodus 20:8-11) In the Bible, rest is not a suggestion, but a command with a blessing. (Exodus 20:8-11; Isaiah 58:13-14) To God, what does “sabbath” rest involve? Sabbath is physical. Sabbath is Jesus is our rest.   Tips on how to approach a day of […]

Sermon notes: Why we don’t serve: “We want you to do for us…” – We think life is about receiving. “…whatever we ask” – We believe happiness comes from realizing our individual dreams. “Let one of us sit at your right and the other at your left” – We confuse success with worldly power and […]

Sermon notes: Balance your life’s activities. (verses 5-6) God will not ask you to do something that is impossible for you to do. You will always have time to do everything God wants you to do. Refocus your life’s expectations. (verse 14) Develop coping skills that can help you deal with life’s demands. (Philippians 4:6-8) […]

Sermon notes: Shema means hear with understanding. How do you impress faith to your kids? Parents talk to your kids about faith. Parents walk with your kids in faith. Parents teach to your kids’ hearts.   Follow-up Questions from Sunday: Getting to Know You: What was your favorite comedy show growing up and why?   […]

Sermon Notes: A mother of noble character prioritizes the needs of others. Proverbs 31:15-20 A mother of noble character finds her value in the Lord and is controlled by His opinion of her. Proverbs 31:30 A mother of noble character changes her children’s lives with her words. Proverbs 31:26; 18:21   Follow-up Questions from Sunday: […]