“Salvation is received by God’s grace alone, through faith alone in Christ alone, revealed to us through scripture alone… … to the glory of God alone” Two parts to ‘the glory of God alone’ What is the chief purpose of mankind? “to glorify God and enjoy him forever” Firstly, the rescue God wins for us and offers us … is the glory…
Sermons on Philippians
Jesus, Man and God Matthew 14:1-36 Jesus: A prophet without honour Herod and John the Baptist A very ‘human miracle’: Feeding the 5000 – Jesus’ desire and need for rest – Jesus’ compassion as a model for us – Food … a very human need A very divine miracle: Walking on Water – Jesus comes out to the disciples – Jesus the…
A closer relationship with God As for other matters, brothers and sisters, we instructed you how to live in order to please God, as in fact you are living. Now we ask you and urge you in the Lord Jesus to do this more and more. 1 Thessalonians 4:1 I pray that out of his glorious riches he may strengthen you with…
How important is it ….? 1) Using my money to promote the gospel A warning … “Is gospel work ever hampered by a lack of funds?” Mat 10:5-10 1 Cor 9:13-14 Romans 15:24 1 Cor 16:6 , Titus 3:13 Do we see ourselves in some sort of gospel partnership whereby we can use our money to equip gospel proclaimers? How much should…
How do you choose the perfect gift for someone you love? Questions to ask – What do they need? – What don’t they have? – What is good for them? – What have I already promised them? – Will it last? – Can I afford it? – What will be the effect if I do not give this gift? The Context Sennacherib,…
Foot-washing: the power of symbols… “It was just before the Passover…” (verse 1) – Jesus is preparing for the cross What does Jesus’ ‘foot-washing’ mean? – The act: washing the disciples feet – The meaning: Jesus acts like a low-level servant – The punch: what the Christian life must look like. Application: “Unless I wash you, you have no part with me.”…
The way Christians relate to each other. Showing godliness in the way we relate to each other Command # 1 – v 1-2 “The strong need to bear with the failings of the weak and not to please themselves” Reason # 1 – v 3-4 … because this is the example Jesus set. Prayer # 1 – v 5-6 … a Spirit…
If you were allowed to own just one book of the Bible which one would you choose? 1) The situation in Rome written in 57 AD 49 AD, Emperor Claudius expelled all Jews from Rome Suetonius, Acts 18:2-3 2) An impressive Gospel a) The gospel is God’s … verse 1 b) .. promised before hand verse 2 c) … is about Jesus…