Scripture Text: Romans 13:11-14 Are You Properly Clothed? (MP3) Are You Properly Clothed? (Sermon Text) Introduction Are you properly clothed? Did you put on the right clothes today? To some, that may mean putting on something nice for church. To others, it might mean having something that is comfortable to wear. But, what if you …
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Scripture Text: Romans 13:8-10 The Debt of Love (MP3) The Debt of Love (Sermon Text) Introduction Are you in debt? Well, you should be. That’s right, you should be in debt. That sounds counter to what many of us think the Bible says or what God desires for our lives. Many people are debt averse. …
Scripture Text: Romans 13:1-7 Who is in Authority? (MP3) Who is in Authority? (Sermon Text) Introduction In 1984, Sammy Hagar released a song called “I Can’t Drive 55”. The song was about not driving the speed limit, which at that time was fifty-five miles per hour. Sammy Hagar said that the song came from an …
Scripture Text: Romans 12:18-21 How to Overcome Evil (MP3) How to Overcome Evil (Sermon Text) Introduction Last week we read about some things having to do with being a peaceful community. Those who follow Jesus Christ ought to be a peaceful people and demonstrate peace to others. That can be so hard to do, though. …
Scripture Text: Romans 12:14-18 Living as a Community of Peace (MP3) Living as a Community of Peace (Sermon Text) Introduction Over two hundred years ago, the English colonies in North America wanted freedom. There had been a “long train of abuses and usurpations” that led the colonists to throw off the bonds of English brotherhood …
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Scripture Text: Romans 12:9-13 Living as a Community of Love (MP3) Living as a Community of Love (Sermon Text) Introduction The last time we were in Romans we read about the church being a community. There is more to living as a Christian than your personal relationship with Jesus Christ. That is paramount to your …
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Scripture Text: Genesis 22:1-14 A Father’s Sacrifice (MP3) A Father’s Sacrifice (Sermon Text) Introduction When people hear the word “father”, many different images, memories, and feelings may occur. For some, thoughts of a father bring feelings of love, affirmation, guidance, and provision. For others, feelings of rejection, criticism, and abandonment come to the mind. Some …
Scripture Text: Romans 12:3-8 Living as a Community of Faith (MP3) Living as a Community of Faith (Sermon Text) Introduction What does it mean to live as a follower of Jesus Christ? Earlier, Paul wrote about being a living sacrifice for God. This meant not being conformed to the world, but being different from it. …
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Scripture Text: Romans 12:1-2 How to Worship God (MP3) How to Worship God (Sermon Text) Introduction How do you build a house? As I understand it, you will need to first plan it. You will need to acquire the right materials. You will also need to create a good, solid foundation. Then, once that is …
Scripture Text: Romans 11:33-36 The Mystery of Salvation - Part Two (MP3) The Mystery of Salvation - Part Two (Sermon Text) Introduction and Summary We have covered a lot of ground in Paul’s letter to the Romans. We have learned about our sinful nature. Paul has told us that sin leads to death. Every one …
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