Sermons from 2016 (Page 4)

The Prophets – Jeremiah (627-585 BC) (Jeremiah)

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…

The Prophets – Isaiah (680-740 BC) (Isaiah)

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…

Cultivate Contentment (Philippians 4:4-13)

May 8, 2016Passage:  Philippians 4:4-13Speaker:  Pastor Josh HollandMain Point:  Contentment is learned by trusting in Jesus. I. Knowing Jesus enables you to have peace in all situations. (v 4-7)            A. Enjoy your relationship with Jesus.            B. Other people are not the enemy.            C. Remember that God is always in control. II. Walking with Jesus preserves…

The Thin Red Line (Genesis 2:25 – Revelation 21:4)

May 1, 2016Passage:  Genesis 2:25 – Revelation 21:4Speaker:  Pastor Bill KnepperMain Point:  Jesus’ death for sin is the only possible way to rescue us. I. God created us in innocence.  (Genesis 2:25   Opportunity Failure Consequence Innocence Obey the rule in the garden of Eden and enjoy lifeGenesis 2:16-17 Disobeyed God by violating the ruleGenesis…

The Only Wise God (Romans 16:21-27)

April 17, 2016Passage:  Romans 16:21-27Speaker:  Bill KnepperMain Point:  The wisdom of God brings the power of God to our rescue. I. God works through people.  (v 21-24)            A. Every building is only a tool.                    (Church is people not buildings)            B. Every person is an eternal being.                        1. V21 – Timothy is the Timothy of 1&2…

Stay Alert (Romans 16:17-20)

April 10, 2016Passage:  Romans 16:17-20Speaker:  Bill KnepperMain Point:  An open door policy means anyone can come in so stay alert. I. The church serves on a battlefield.  (v 17)            A. Some people exist to cause conflict.   (1 John 2:13)            B. Be on guard for them II. The church encourages a loving attitude.  (v 18)            A.…

Hospitality (Romans 16:1-16)

April 3, 2016Passage:  Romans 16:1-16Speaker:  Bill KnepperMain Point:  Start now enjoying those with whom you will spend eternity. I. Hospitality is part of the character of a Christian.            A. We are commanded to be hospitable.   1 Peter 4:9            B. We are encouraged to be hospitable.   Hebrews 13:2 II. Hospitality grows by being hospitable.  (Romans 16:1-15)           …

The Roman Road (Romans)

March 27, 2016Passage:  RomansSpeaker:  Bill KnepperMain Point:  God is working to restore life and you better believe it. I. Managers are held accountable for results.         A. Authority is given to a few to fix things.           B. The world has a lot of problems.   II. God has revealed His fix for the world’s ills.         A. The…

Worship The Risen King (John 12:1-19)

March 20, 2016Passage:  John 12:1-19Speaker:  Pastor Josh HollandMain Point:  Worship the King who meets your deepest need. I. The goal of the resurrection is faith.  (v1-11)            A. Resurrection is real.            B. Respond with worship.                        1.  Worship by welcoming Jesus.                        2.  Worship is surrender.                        3.  Worship reveals the heart                        4.  Worship is what Jesus wants II.…