Introduction Some people do have a simple Christmas, and I have heard some great ideas on how to make Christmas simple and have it be something that builds up rather than drains However, for many the word ‘simple’ doesn’t fit with Christmas When something is already complicated/complex the only way to change that is […]
Generosity and Sacrifice 2 Corinthians 8:1-7 Context We want you to know, brothers, about the grace of God, granted to the churches of Macedonia: During a severe testing by affliction, their abundance of joy and their deep poverty overflowed into the wealth of their generosity. I testify that, on their own, according to their ability […]
Review We have looked at two analogies: Rivers and Rocks Psalm 1:1–6 (NIV) 1 Blessed is the one who does not walk in step with the wicked or stand in the way that sinners take or sit in the company of mockers, 2 but whose delight is in the law of the Lord, and who meditates […]
Discipleship requires that we learn to obey all that Jesus has commanded Resources—Randy Alcorn – The Treasure Principle Matthew 28:18–20 (NIV) 18 Then Jesus came to them and said, “All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me. 19 Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the […]
Bottom Line: Jesus’ Church is victorious as we commit to doing the right things the right way. Review: We are establishing a culture of values The 7 Essentials so far: Abide in Christ, Reach the Lost, Connect the Unconnected, Chase the Strays, Shepherd Toward Spiritual Maturity… Today we focus on our last 2 Essential […]
Review Vision –Mission –Process The 7 Essentials – values that create a discipleship culture Abiding, Reaching the lost – Connecting the unconnected bringing people into connection and pursuing those who separate –Colossians 2:6–7 (NIV) 6So then, just as you received Christ Jesus as Lord, continue to live your lives in him, 7 rooted and built up […]
Review Vision, Mission, Process 7 Essentials ….1 Abide, 2. Reach the Lost Every disciple Accepts Jesus, Abides with Him and the result is Connection and helping others get and stay connected 3rd Essential— We Connect the unconnected –Its Jesus’ model for discipleship that leads to community In addition to -not graduating from abiding and […]
Review Vision Mission Process Share—Connect —Minister —Disciple 7 Essential core values –that come from the process guide our culture Last week + We accept Him and Abide in Him As we Abide with Him our perspective and character changes by the power of the Holy Spirit We are given a new life – and a […]
Intro: • Faithfully following in the right direction –together • Why we do this series –those around forget –and there are those who are new • Deuteronomy 31:9– every 7 years –Yearly festivals • These foundational beliefs and practices have bound those together who participate • We must have the same language – playbook if […]
Review- Abiding – spending time in the presence of God starts the process and leads to everything else Last week –reminder of who we are before God leads to restored relationship with others. (there are boundaries needed in some cases) Matthew 6:9–14 (NIV) 9 “This, then, is how you should pray: “ ‘Our Father in heaven, […]
Review – the steps ● Everything starts on the top stair – Abiding ● If I start as a negotiation I am obeying for the wrong reason –to get or to earn ● I start without power or ability if I don’t start with a relationship with God ● I start with surrender –repentanceMatthew 6:9–14 […]
Review The steps —-Our Father, in Heaven – Hollowed be your name The focus VS 10 Matthew 6:9–14 (NIV) 9 “This, then, is how you should pray: “ ‘Our Father in heaven, hallowed be your name, 10 your kingdom come, your will be done, on earth as it is in heaven. 11 Give us today our […]
“What comes into our minds when we think about God is the most important thing about us.” ~ A.W. Tozer, The Knowledge of the Holy REVIEW Life of Daniel – living a life of godly impact in godless times Our abiding relationship with God is absolutely essential to everything in our Christian life (Jn 15:5) […]
Pray Like Jesus: Week One Jim Putman Context –In Luke – Teach us to pray – why would they ask that? Luke tells us Jesus was asked a question – Pray like this…. Jesus gives some warnings about prayer Thoughts and Questions: Scripture talks about an attitude of prayer and an occasion when you […]
Remember the invitation to become a disciple Matthew 4:19 (ESV) — 19 And he said to them, “Follow me, and I will make you fishers of men.” Jesus said about Himself – I am …I am the Light of the world, The Bread of Life, The Door, The Good Shepherd, The Resurrection and the […]
I AM: Week Seven– The Way the Truth and the Life Jim Putman Review • The I Am, The Light, Bread of Life, The Door, The Good Shepherd, The Resurrection and the Life • Lazarus has been raised • John 12 and 13- Jesus reveals His earthly future but He is coming back John 14:1–16 […]