Continuing the Easter Theme In some ways 1 Corinthians is a reverse of Romans Romans - begins with the truth of the resurrection 1 Corinthians - deals with practical issues…
Introduction Key text in v24 - "...for this my son was dead and is alive again; he was lost and is found. And they began to be merry." The third…
Introduction Text in 1 Peter 1:3-9 Theme - The Living Hope of the Believer Because of God's sovereign work in salvation: We can rejoice in a living hope A final…
Introduction v18 Isaiah lived 650 years BC Yet it could be written about our nation today The nation of Israel has departed from the faith - the whole land is…
The last few verses are a wonderful reminder of the grace of God Examples of TV 'makeover' programs - all aiming for change The message of the Bible - God's…
Turn to Psalm 73 A challenging and encouraging psalm The Christian life can feel hard It is a life of sacrifice To take up our cross and follow Him To…
Introduction Who will determine tomorrow for you? We have been challenged lately Will it be the nations? Will it be individuals? Meaningless chance? The Bible states that God is sovereign…
Introduction Reading 5:12-21 from ESV Contrasting Adam to Christ Reading 5:12-19 We are united to Christ This truth is liberating and joy giving We used to be in Adam -…
Introduction The Christian life is likened to running a race The key is to persevere and keep going Often encouragement is needed Peter is encouraging Christians to run well Even…
Introduction When did you last climb a mountain? A beautiful place to go Something compelling about being in a high place above everything else There are many stories in the…