• Sunday, August 29th, 2010
Sermon20100829
Theme : Five Timeless Admonitions
I. Understand the true nature of the church as a temple of God vv.16-17
Characteristics of a temple
Corporately we belong to God.
The Spirit of God dwells in us.
We are Holy.
Holiness should characterize the local church.
Genuine worship of God should abound in our lives.
A life of surrender to the Lordship of Christ.
We must recognize the primacy and place the local church has in our lives.
II. Beware of worldly wisdom vv.18-20
III. Abandon all boasting in men vv. 21-23
IV. Maintain a proper regard for church leaders vv. 4:1-2
V. Don’t pass judgement too quickly but wait for the Lord to return vv. 3-5
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• Sunday, August 15th, 2010
• Sunday, August 01st, 2010
• Sunday, July 25th, 2010
• Wednesday, July 21st, 2010
Due to a technical recording problem a little over 5 minutes of this sermon were lost 15 minutes into the sermon. In addition, a few seconds were lost 28 minutes in due to a need to turn the tape. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.
Sermon20100718
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• Sunday, July 11th, 2010
Sermon20100711
4 marks of a faithful gospel minister so you might recognize the gospel in action.
I. He proclaims the testimony of God vv. 1-2
II. He proceeds in a self effacing manner vs. 3
III. He preaches in the power of the Spirit vs. 4
IV. He purposes to anchor his listener’s faith in God vs 5.
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• Sunday, July 04th, 2010
It’s God’s Choice
3 Peculiar Choices:
I. God chose the undesirable people of the world for salvation vv. 26-28
Not noble, wise, philosophers, powerful and wealthy, etc.
II. God’s choice eliminates human boasting vs. 29
III. God’s choice places believers in Christ with all spiritual benefits in Him vs. 30
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• Tuesday, June 22nd, 2010
• Sunday, June 13th, 2010
Tangible signs:
I.Quarrels were taking place between competing groups.
Beware of claiming loyalty to one leader over another.
II. Quarrels caused people to loose sight of Jesus Christ.
III. Quarrels were exacerbated by confusion about baptism.
Sermon20100613
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• Sunday, June 06th, 2010
Theme: Three features of Christian Unity
I. the basis for Christian unity vs 10a
II.the elements of christian unity vs. 10b-c (cf.Phil. 2:1-4)
A. Relational oneness ( no divisions )
B. Spiritual like mindedness (a Christian attitude)
C. Common Ministry purpose ( a Christian intention )
Four steps to repairing a relationship:
1. if it’s appropriate and reasonable, overlook the offense
2. If confrontation is needed be sure to examine yourself first
3. Stand ready to forgive the individual if they approach you for forgiveness.
4. If the person will not approach you to repair the relationship, you make sure that you do it…..
III. The threat to Christian unity vs.11
Romans 1:29
2Corinthians 12:20
Galatians 5:19-20
1Timothy 6:4
Titus 3:9
Sermon20100606
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