by Anita Padgett | Sep 7, 2019 | Sermon Notes
2 Peter 1:1-2 The Background “Using both names conveys the life experience of one who isn’t afraid to wed together ‘The man as I was born’ and ‘I am the man I am today because of the gracious influence of Jesus.’—David Helm “We have apostolic...
by Anita Padgett | Aug 31, 2019 | Sermon Notes
Psalm 134: 1-3 “It establishes a point after we have gathered when all conversation and personal fellowship gives way to the worship of Almighty God.” –Derek Thomas PROP: We bless the Lord, and He blesses us. Bless the Lord. “Unthankfulness is one of the...
by Anita Padgett | Aug 24, 2019 | Sermon Notes
1 Peter 5:12-14 Since we have received the gospel of God’s grace, let us then stand firm in it. Understanding the True Grace of God “The entire Christian life is one of grace—God’s daily bestowal of blessings, strength, help, forgiveness, and fellowship with...
by Anita Padgett | Aug 17, 2019 | Sermon Notes
Humility and Glory_8-18-191 Peter 5:5-11 “This life is anything but ‘your best life now.’ Glory comes by way of the ground. The attainment of Heaven will be by way of an excruciating journey. We will receive Heaven’s gains by carrying our cross in...
by Anita Padgett | Aug 10, 2019 | Sermon Notes
1 Peter 5:1-4 From Sovereign Grace Church’s Book of Church Order 2 The Office of Elder 2.1 New Testament Terminology: Elder, Pastor, Overseer From the beginning, local churches have been governed and led by elders (Acts 14:23; 1 Tim. 3:1-7; Titus 1:5-9) with the...
by Anita Padgett | Jul 27, 2019 | Sermon Notes
Psalm 128 A happy home is a home that fears the Lord. A Portrait of a Happy Home (v.1-4) The fear of God consists in a right appreciation of, and response to, who God is. It is the response of a believer to the nature and character of God as he has revealed himself....
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