Sermon Notes

Because Jesus calls those who do his Father’s will, his family, we must put him first and faithfully follow him. 1. Jesus identifies his disciples as his true family. 2. Jesus teaches us how his true family lives.

Because Jesus is the risen Savior and promised King, we must not reject Him but receive Him as our only hope of salvation. 1. Jesus promises the sign of His resurrection. (vv. 38–40) 2. Jesus declares that He is greater than Jonah and Solomon. (vv. 41–42) 3. Jesus...

Since Jesus has brought God’s kingdom and defeated the power of Satan, we must turn from our sin and give ourselves fully to him. Jesus demonstrates his authority over Satan. Jesus announces the arrival of God’s kingdom. Jesus warns against rejecting the Holy Spirit....

Since Jesus is Lord of the Sabbath, we must submit to His authority and trust in His mercy. 1. Jesus  is Lord of the Sabbath. 2. Jesus is merciful toward those in need. 3. Jesus is God’s chosen Servant.

I. The Necessity of Godly Elders/Pastors (1:5). II. The Qualifications for Godly Elders/Pastors (1:6-9) “By ‘above reproach’, he does not mean someone who is free from every fault, for no such man could ever be found, but one marred by no disgrace that could diminish...

Since Jesus alone reveals the Father and gives rest to our souls, we must humbly come to Him. 1. God reveals Himself to the humble. "He who has Pride as his mother cannot have God as his father." —Douglas Sean O'Donnell 2. Jesus alone reveals the Father. 3. Jesus...

I. Paul, Titus, and Crete Paul – a Slave and an Apostle (1 Corinthians 4:9-13) Titus – a godly, young, trusted & wise, church leader (Gal 2:1-5; 2 Cor 7:5-16; 8:6, 16-23; 2 Tim 4:10) Crete – full of “liars, evil beasts, and lazy gluttons” (Titus 1:12) “To be an...

Jesus has given us every reason to believe Him. Jesus exposes our reasons for rejecting Him. Jesus holds us accountable for how we respond to Him.

Because the Lord keeps His promises and His kingdom will prevail, we should live with confidence in Him. 1. God gives us confidence for the future through His promises. 2. God gives us confidence because every kingdom is subject to Him. 3. God gives us confidence by...

Because outward change cannot cleanse a heart that is far from God, we must turn to the Lord and depend upon Him for everything. 1. We cannot clean up our lives enough to change our hearts. 2. The Lord calls us to return to Him. 3. The Lord promises grace to those who...