Sermons from May 2019
Cultivating His Presence
Opening Quote“In contemporary society our Adversary majors in three things: noise, hurry, and crowds. If he can keep us engaged in muchness and manyness, he will rest satisfied.”~Richard Foster~ Opening StatementCultivating the continual presence of God begins with having him inhabit our thoughts. That begins with the discipline of meditation. Psalm…
Lest We Forget: Cultivating His Presence
1 Timothy 4:7-10 Opening StatementThe daily cultivation of the presence of God makes all the difference to us, those around us, and the world we inhabit. One way that we cultivate His presence in our lives through the intentional practice of spiritual disciplines. Exodus 20:1–21 Point 1The continual presence of God makes the difference in our relationship with God.…
Why We Will Always Love Momma: Mother’s Day
Opening StatementThere are myriad reasons to celebrate mothers everyday. Point 1Nothing compares to a mother’s prayers. 1 Samuel 1:9-20 Point 2Mothers are children’s biggest cheerleaders. Matthew 20:20-23 Point 3Mothers are our first teachers and models in the faith and life. 2 Timothy…
His Presence: Cultivating His Presence
4/28/19 Recap His presence brings gladness. His presence removes doubt and fear. His presence affirms our assignment. Opening Statement If the presence of God is the difference maker, how do we cultivate His presence? Exodus 29:45–46 Point 1Converse with Him Exodus 33:11Exodus 29:45–46 Point 2Think of Him Philippians 4:8–9 Point 3Surrender to Him Psalm 46:10Luke 10:38–42