Introduction to Philippians It’s all about Jesus Establishing Partnership (verses 3-6) Gospel partnership is the nature of following Jesus Partnership as an approach to discipleship The image indicates the investment we have Demonstrating partnership (verses 7-8) How partnership should shape our relationships (vs 7) Grace as an opportunity to gospel partnership Partnership as an investment in growth Prayer for partnership (verses 9-11)…
Sermons on John
… how the Spirit’s role is connected with us being Holy. (1) The Spirit pleads the Father’s cause (v16) John 14:16, “I will ask the Father, and he will give you another advocate to help you and be with you forever”. … send another just like him. … he will be an advocate = acts on your behalf for your cause. The…
1. Were the gospels we have written down close the events? Firstly, the bible does not describe or mention the actual destruction of the temple – predicted in the book of Matthew (24:1-3) Secondly, the gospels or any of the NT books do not include any comment on or mention the three-year siege of Jerusalem Thirdly …the book of Acts does not…
“Christ alone” … instead of what? Reformation – 16thC context Who saving faith is all about? … it’s all about Jesus and Jesus alone Why should we care? Jesus has done absolutely everything … & there is absolutely nothing more we can add to what Jesus has done Jesus is the only way John 14:6 “Jesus answered, “I am the way and…
2 John – False teachers among us United by The Truth The truth about the gospel of Jesus. Filled with joy – v 4 The command to love – v 5 V6 – Love occurs when you walk in obedience to God’s commands. Serious heresy If you reject Jesus as being the Christ then you have nothing left. Verse 9 … ‘the…
04 – Spirit of Truth – Recognising the Spirit’s work. Jesus was not preparing his disciples for a comfortable life? John 15:26 … when the Spirit comes … disciples are filled with grief It is good that Jesus is going Unless Jesus goes the Spirit will not come … a paraclete Recognising the Spirit’s work a) Spirit’s work in the world (8-11)…
Spirit of Truth – Baptism with the Holy Spirit “if you play your cards right you will receive a second blessing from God that will bring you closer to him and more in tune with his character”. Acts 1:5, John baptised with water but in a few days, you will be “baptised with/in the Holy Spirit.” How is the phrased used in…
Exposing Our Blind Spots – Misplaced Identity 3 questions Do you want more people to know Jesus as their Lord and Saviour? Do you want your family and friends to know Jesus as their Lord and Saviour? Do you want the next generation of church people to remain faithfully following Jesus as their Lord and Saviour? If we take authentic Christian living…
Christmas Day 2017 – God With Us John 1:1-14 Christmas traditions John tells the Christmas story … What matters? The Beginning v1-2 “In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. He was with God in the beginning” “The Word” = “Jesus” John’s audience was familiar with the Old Testament Contrast – Light &…
Ephesians 1:15-23 – Come And Know God Better For this reason… Paul’s joyful prayer is a response to news of their faith. To feel this kind of reward, invest in the gospel and people. The challenge: how might we do that? I pray that your eyes may be opened… Our biggest hindrance in faith is undervaluing it. The response is not to…