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“God Gives Grace to Endure”
Question: Why do we tend to draw closer to God during times of trial than times when everything is going well? 5 Key words in the Joseph story “The Lord was with Joseph” (Genesis 39:2, 39:21, 39:23) Three truths about the grace to endure: Joseph saw God’s perfect plan in every location (Genesis 45:5) Joseph sensed God’s gracious hand in every position (Genesis 45:9) (Genesis 39:4) (Genesis 39:22) Joseph submitted to God’s sovereign will in every situation (Genesis 50:20) God…
“An Unexpected Test”
Genesis 22:1-14 4 Principles we learn from this unexpected test: Expect tests from God. (Verses 1-2) Focus on the promise, not explanations. (Verses 3-5) God never puts us through a test without a purpose. When we trust God, He provides.
“Jesus Knows Exactly How You Feel”
I. His Simple Humanity Hebrews 2:9-10 He was born a man (Verse 17) He was born to die (Verses 9-10) He was motivated by grace to suffer for us (Verse 9) He became the captain of our salvation (Verse 10) He defeated Satan (Verse 15) II. His Sympathetic Heart Hebrews 2:17-18 Isaiah 53:4 Hebrews 4:15-16
“Believe and Wait”
Psalm 37:1-9 I. Problems will try your patience. (Job 42:1-6) II. People will test your patience. (James 5:7-8) (James 5:9) (1 Corinthians 13:4) III. Persistence will toughen your patience. (James 1:3-4) (2 Peter 3:9) Four encouraging assurances: The Lord can be trusted Don’t fret (Psalm 37:1,7,8) Trust in the Lord (Psalm 37:3) Delight in the Lord (Psalm 37:4) Commit yourself to the Lord (Psalm 37:5-7) Rest in the Lord (Psalm 37:7) The Lord understands your situation The Lord blesses His…
“One Year to Live”
Jeremiah 28:10-17 Introduction: John 11:25 I would be a grateful servant 1 Corinthians 15:58 I would be a generous steward 1 Corinthians 8:7-8 Mark 12:41 I would be a good student Psalm 119:11 Joshua 1:8 I would be a godly seeker Luke 19:10
“Look Back to the Past”
Deuteronomy 6:20-25 I. Look Back at God’s Providence Over Your Life (Deuteronomy 6:21) (Romans 8:28) II. Look Back at God’s Presence in Your Life (Deuteronomy 6:22) (Matthew 28:20) III. Look back at God’s Provision for Your Life (Deuteronomy 6:23) (Philippians 4:19) IV. Look Back at God’s Protection Over Your Life (Deuteronomy 6:24) (Psalm 68:20)
“2023 Reset– A New You for a New Year”
Philippians 3:10-14 Leave the Past Philippians 3:12 Philippians 3:13 Live in the Present Philippians 3:13-14 Philippians 3:10-11 Look to the Future Philippians 3:14
“Rice Bowls”
We welcome to our services today: Johnny Ramantanin, from Rice Bowls of Spartanburg, SC. We have been partnering with Rice Bowls for several years in our Upward basketball program. Johnny is our contact and fellow partner who assists our mission team on our trips to Good Shepherd Children’s Home in Honduras. He is a true “Hunger Fighter” who has dedicated his life to ministering and feeding children.
“Christmas Communion”
Lord’s Supper Invitation Special Music: Jeff Harris Reading: “Come To This Table” Prayer: Pastor Henson Serving of Bread and Cup: Deacons at Blairland Baptist Scripture for Bread: 1 Corinthians 11:24 Scripture for Cup: 1 Corinthians 11:25-26 Closing Scripture: Matthew 26:26-30
“The Promise Delivered”
–Luke 2:10-11
“Joseph: The Promise Believed”
Matthew 1:18-25 Introduction: Genesis 3:15 Trust God’s promise in the middle of doubt (Matthew 1:18) (Matthew 1:19) (Matthew 1:20-21) (Matthew 1:24-25) Trust God’s promise in the middle of danger (Matthew 2:13-15) Trust God ‘s promise in the middle of difficulty (Matthew 2:19-23) (John 1:46) (Matthew 2:23)
“When Troubles Come and Stay”
James 1:2-5 We live in a broken world. Therefore, all of us are in desperate need of strength to endure and hope to carry on in life. I want to reassure you that we can endure unexpected crisis by taking our stand on the strong foundation of God’s Word. Who will face troubles? (James 1:2) What is the purpose of troubles? (James 1:2) How to handle troubles? (James 1:2-5) Consider (Verse 2) Know (Verse 3) Ask (Verse 5) Endure (Verses…