Sermons from 2017 (Page 3)
That I May Know Him
That I may know Him! Philippians 3:7-21 ESV Paul in writing this letter recognizes that being a Christian is not the end of the journey but the beginning. What does it mean to know God? Know that the flesh will disappoint you at some point so we should have no confidence in it Our journey to know Christ must be more than intellectual. Ex. Difference between…
Transformation
Living as a transforming presence shouldn’t be as hard as we pretend. The church positions itself sometimes as managers of the world’s sin. We seek to separate ourselves as far as possible from it. The local church cannot transform anything it is unwilling to touch. “Therefore my judgment is that we should not trouble those of the Gentiles who turn to God, but…
Do you have hope?
Matt 4:23 Matt 5:1 They believed He was the one that could make things better. There is an expectation on me because I am a believer. ….when He sat down, his disciples came to Him. And, he began to teach them. The sermon on the mount is not for everyone. But, even in the crowd of people God wanted to make sure He was talking to the sheep (those called by him). God…
The Way of Wisdom
Decisions Sermon Series Proverbs 2:6 For the Lord gives wisdom, from his mouth come knowledge and understanding; 1. Search the scriptures The goal is to seek guidance from, and alignment with God’s word. Psalms 119:9-11 With my whole heart I seek you I have stored up your word in my heart, that I might not sin against you. 2. Seek wise counsel. 3. Pray. 4. Make a decision…
God’s Will
What is meant by the phrase God’s will? Deuteronomy 29:29 The secret things belong to the Lord or God, but the things that are revealed belong to us and to our children forever, that we may do all the words of this law. God’s unknown plan that determines everything that happens in the universe. God’s desired or moral will. Romans 2:18 And know his will and approve what is…
Decision Series: What is God’s Will and How Do I Discover It?
Judges 6:36-40 Questions we ask: What should be my college major? Should I take this job? Is this house the right investment? Should I marry him/her? What direction should I take in life? We make many decision each day without thinking, but other decisions can paralyze us. We all wrestle with…
Mother’s Day 2017
Foundation Scripture: 1 Samuel 1:1-28 Pastor shares 3 simple points from Hannah’s story. found in 1 Samuel 1:1-28. This sermon reminds us that people are created in His image, so every time we look at the unique characteristics that define mothers, we see a glimpse of God. 1. Hannah understood that children are a gift from God. 2. God controls the events of our children’s…
Faith & Works
God doesn’t want useless faith: Faith & Works Foundation Scripture: James 2:14-26 We are not saved by faith alone. We need faith and works. Words don’t gain our redemption Faith leads believers to perform good works. https://media.blubrry.com/living4harvest/content.blubrry.com/living4harvest/R_20170507-101917.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | Download
Anniversary Message
On Sunday, April 30, Pastor Griffin preached during our 10th Anniversary celebration. https://media.blubrry.com/living4harvest/content.blubrry.com/living4harvest/R_20170430-104323.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | Download
More Than An Event
Luke 24:13- 35 We ought to be able to remember his Word to encourage ourselves. We exalt Easter so much that we make it out to be the biggest Sunday ever that it seems no other Sunday masters. If I believe it’s only about events, I will only engage in an event that I perceive as significant to me. Is your fellowship with God based on a calendar of events?…