July 17, 2016Passage: Philippians 1:1-11Speaker: Josh HollandMain Point: God’s family grows when we work together to make Jesus known. I. God grows His family. (v 1-2) A. We are called to serve together. B. We are united in one family, through the blood of Jesus. II. God grows His family in times of adversity. (v…
July 10, 2016Passage: AmosSpeaker: Bill KnepperMain Point: Listen to those who speak the truth to your heart. I. God can use anyone to build His kingdom. A. God used Amos. 1. Amos was a shepherd and a farmer. (v 1:1, 7:14) 2. Amos was an outsider, a Judean in Samaria. 3. Amos was obedient. B.…
July 3, 2016Passage: JoelSpeaker: Bill KnepperMain Point: Believers are called to confess the sins of a whole nation. I. “Wake Up!” (Chap 1) A. A plaque of locusts is the platform for a sermon. B. The people mourn the loss. 1. There are no grapes for wine. (v 5-7) 2. There are no supplies for…
June 26, 2016Passage: HoseaSpeaker: Bill KnepperMain Point: God’s loyal love is proven by His faithfulness. I. God takes the initiative in love. (Hosea 1:1-3) A. God tells Hosea to marry Gomer. B. God uses Hosea to reveal His love for Israel. C. God still loves those He has called. II. Love leads to chastening when…
June 19, 2016Passage: DanielSpeaker: Bill KnepperMain Point: No matter how confused we are, God is in control. I. Daniel was given visions of the world’s kingdoms. A. The order of the kingdoms was revealed. (Ch 2) B. The insanity of the king was revealed. (Ch 4) C. The end of the Babylonian empire was seen. …
June 12, 2016Passage: 2 Timothy 4:6-8Speaker: Rodney DeJagerMain Point: To live a successful life we must fight the good fight, finish the race, and keep the faith. I. Living a Christian life is not easy. (v 6) A. The Christian life is a marathon not a sprint. B. It is important that we finish well.…
June 5, 2016Passage: Genesis 22Speaker: Pastor Josh HollandMain Point: Tested faith turns thinking faith into active faith. I. God will test your faith. (v 1-5) A. A test is the chance to learn something is true. B. Obedience speaks louder than words. C. Worship God who does the impossible. II. Learn that God perfectly provides.…
May 29, 2016Passage: EzekielSpeaker: Bill KnepperMain Point: God offers hope in the middle of darkness. I. The Lord is forever on His throne. A. Ezekiel is a prophet to the captives. (v 1:1-3) (in Babylon) B. Ezekiel is given visions by God. (v 1:4-21) (a link to the coming savior – Jesus) Face Man Lion…
May 22, 2016Passage: JeremiahSpeaker: Bill KnepperMain Point: Trust God even in the darkest hour. I. Running from God causes pain. A. They oppress the weak. (v 7:6) B. They steal, murder and lie. (v 7:9) C. They worship idols and nature. (v 7:18) D. They sacrifice their children! (V 7:31) II. God desires us to…
May 15, 2016Passage: IsaiahSpeaker: Bill KnepperMain Point: God has the answer to the problem of sin. I. Much of the world ignores God. A. Their behavior was bad. v 1:1-4 B. Their worship was empty. v 1:11-13 C. Their society was corrupt. v1:21-23 D. Wealth but no love of God. v2:7-8 E. Proud and self…