(picture of Tambar springs view) (Map of area of Jesus ministry) A miraculous yield Why speak in parables? Luke 8:10 – “so that, though seeing they may not see, though hearing, they may not understand” The seed is the word of God Luke 8:11 – The seed is the word of God. Luke 8:13. the rocky ground Luke 8:14 – among the…
Sermons by Rick Maude (Page 39)
What do we do when one of us openly sins? 3 reasons why we sin. Firstly – we do not realise it is sinful Secondly – we are struggling Thirdly – we do not care What should we do if our brother or sister in Christ sins? Matthew 18:15-20 Step 1 Verse 15 – Go and show them their fault. Step 2…
Col 3 – It is not all about rules The five parts of the life of the Christian are Col 3:1-8 – relationships with Christ Col 3:9-17 – relationships with the local church. Col 3:18-21 – relationships with family. Col 3:22-4:1 – relationships with work. Col 4:2-6 – relationships with the outsider. Do not lie – 3:9 Who we are! Dress accordingly!…
A surprising request Mark 15:43 – Joseph of Arimathea Was Jesus really dead? 1) The centurion did not make a mistake 2) A pretty deadly event 3) A spear hole … water and blood The tomb is empty 16: 8, “Trembling and bewildered, the women went out fled from the tomb. They said nothing to anyone because they were afraid.” Do you…
Pictures – Castle – Pigeon House Mountain, NSW A problem removed Their taunts were true Explaining what Jesus death did “My God My God why have you abandoned me” “the curtain in the temple was torn in two from top to bottom” “Surely this man was the son of God” The response to Jesus matters John 3:36 – “Whoever believes in the…
James 1:22 – “do not merely listen to the word and so deceive yourselves do what it says”. The passage in its context Leaving the temple Two obvious questions … do not follow signs … be on your guard In tough times … preach the gospel … stand firm The cataclysmic event – Mark 13:13 … Daniel 9:27, 11:31, 12:11 = the…
… Mount Zion … “in that day” Total Victory Isaiah 25:6 – a banquet Victory over death Isaiah 25:7-8 People’s response to God’s total Victory a) Praise of God 25:1-5 – Praise his name … 25:9 – Rejoice and be glad … b) Rejection of God … swimming in manure Isaiah 25:10-12 The Glorious Future Isaiah 26:7 – level pathways Isaiah 26:7-9…
A terrible job 1) The butt naked prophet of Judgment 2) Trust in Egypt is misplaced Is 19:1, 19:2, 19:3-4, 19: 5-10, 19:11-15 What about us? 3) God’s Salvation Isaiah 19:16 … “In that Day” Isaiah 19:19-22 a) Egyptians will shudder before God’s judgement – v 16-17 b) Cities in Egypt will follow YHWH – v 18 c) People in Egypt will…
Setting the scene – Isaiah 1-5 – the threat of God’s judgement on Judah – Isaiah 6-12 – he promises to rescue them The greatness of human achievement Isaiah 2:22,” stop trusting in man who has but breathe in his nostrils. Of what account is he” Isaiah 8:12 – “the LORD almighty is the one you are to regard as Holy, he…
Where is God? Questions 1) It is all slightly overwhelming. How are we supposed to grow ourselves and our children in the Christian faith and still witness or share with others? If I am still learning and growing how can I be confident in getting the correct message across? 2) Is suffering apart from ‘for your faith’, for example illness, medical problems…