December 17, 2017Passage: Matthew 1:20-25Speaker: Bill KnepperMain Point: The divine glory takes on humanity to save us from our sins. I. The problems of the world started at the beginning. A. The world and its people were made perfect. B. The people believed a lie and rebelled. C. The difficulties we face are part of…
December 3, 2017Passage: Revelation 2-3Speaker: Bill Knepper
November 26, 2017Passage: Revelation 3:14-22Speaker: Bill KnepperMain Point: Jesus always speaks the truth, motivated by love. I. Jesus is the Creator and the last word. (14) A. Jesus is the Author of creation. (Col 1:16) B. Jesus is faithful and true. C. Jesus is the Amen, the “so be it,” the final word. II. Jesus…
November 19, 2017Passage: Revelation 3:7-13Speaker: Bill KnepperMain Point: Our purpose is to tell others of the good news of Jesus Christ. I. The message of the church is Jesus. (7) A. Jesus is pure. B. Jesus is genuine. C. Jesus is in charge. II. Jesus has a message for the church. (8-10) A. A way…
November 5, 2017Passage: Matthew 20:20-28Speaker: Pastor Bill KnepperMain Point: Love for one another seeks to serve rather than suppress. I. People seek significance. (20-23) A. James and John ask for a place of power. B. Many people want to be in charge. C. Many fail to grasp the cost. II. People resent significance. (24) A.…
October 22, 2017Passage: Revelation 3:1-6Speaker: Bill KnepperMain Point: Do not be defeated by the failure of others but serve God even if you serve alone. I. Things are not always what they seem. (1) A. The seven spirits describe the character of Jesus. (Isaiah 11:2) B. The seven stars describe the command of Jesus. C.…
October 15, 2017Passage: Revelation 2:18-29Speaker: Bill KnepperMain Point: Politically correct is a muzzle for those who would speak the truth. I. Jesus knows exactly what is going on. (18-19) A. Jesus is the One who sees all. B. Jesus is the One who is powerful. C. Jesus commends those who serve Him. II. The church…
October 8, 2017Passage: Revelation 2:8-17Speaker: Bill KnepperMain Point: Believe Jesus’ promise of a great reward and press on. I. Hold on to God’s promise no matter what. (v 8-11) A. Jesus is worthy of our total trust. B. Even persecution cannot undo the promise. C. The plan of God will not be stopped. II. Hold…
October 1, 2017Passage: Revelation 2:1-7Speaker: Bill KnepperMain Point: Jesus at the center of life keeps everything else in its place. I. Jesus gives praise where it is due. (v 1-3) A. The Lord knows our strengths. (Acts 1:21) B. The Lord knows the price we’ve paid. II. Jesus gives correction where it is needed. (v…
September 24, 2017 Passage: Revelation 1:9-20Speaker: Bill KnepperMain Point: Jesus sent a letter to tell you He has the future in His hands. I. Jesus wants His church to know what will happen. (1:9-11) A. John is a companion in the trials and triumphs. B. John is called to write the prophecy. (See 1 Kings…
