Perhaps you have taken a look at Luke’s Christmas account in preparation for Christmas, or you are planning to soon. As I was reading Luke 1 yesterday morning, I had some thoughts that came to mind from Mary’s interaction with Gabriel. This year I have tried to forget that I know the Christmas account and … Continue reading How Will This Be? Luke 1:26-38
Today was my first opportunity to preach as pastor of Pioneer Bible Church. I believed the Lord would have me give an introduction to our future ministry together as a church family. The following is an edited transcript of that introduction. By way of introduction for our time as a church family, I want to … Continue reading Transformed as We Behold Jesus
Today, I was reminded of Jesus’ description of the Holy Spirit’s work in John 16:14: “He will glorify me, for he will take what is mine and declare it to you.” The Holy Spirit glorifies Christ. This is His primary desire and work. He lifts up the name of Jesus Christ. I was convicted by … Continue reading Glorifying Christ – a Short Thought
The following is the manuscript of my farewell sermonette given to the First Baptist Church family. Please continue to pray for us as we transition to Oklahoma. I want my final time of addressing you as your pastor to be focused on Jesus Christ. Of all that I could say to you, Jesus is the … Continue reading A Farewell Sermon – Colossians 1:15-23
“She will give birth to a Son, and you are to give Him the name Jesus, because He will save His people from their sins.” Matthew 1:21 I know it isn’t Christmas. Even in the North Country of New York the snow isn’t flying, yet. Mornings smell like fall and have a bite to their … Continue reading The LORD Who Saves
1 Peter 2:4-10 I. The Lord Jesus Is the Living Cornerstone A. Rejected by Men (John 1:10-11) – reject= investigate and find wanting… B. God’s chosen and precious Stone C. Stands in the Scriptures• Isaiah 28:16 (v. 6)• Psalm 118:22 (v. 7)• Isaiah 8:14 (v. 8) II. There Are Two Possible Responses to the Lord … Continue reading Built on Christ the Living Cornerstone
Lightly updated: October 14, 2022 "As you come to him, a living stone rejected by men but in the sight of God chosen and precious, you yourselves like living stones are being built up as a spiritual house, to be a holy priesthood, to offer spiritual sacrifices acceptable to God through Jesus Christ." 1 Peter 2:4-5 … Continue reading A Firm Foundation
The following is an outline from our church family's study about the Session of Jesus Christ. This was preached on April 11, 2021. What is the Gospel? God’s announcement of good news about His Son The Session of Jesus Christ — What is Jesus doing right now? Please Read the Following for This Study: Psalm … Continue reading The Session of Jesus
Matthew 28:5-7 The Message of the Resurrection is outlined in Matthew 28:5-7 Jesus has been crucifiedJesus has been buried - They looked for Him at the tomb (v.5 and Matthew 27:61)Jesus has risen from the deadGO and TELL (v. 7 and Matthew 28:18-20) 1. Jesus has been crucified in our place to pay the penalty … Continue reading The Message of the Resurrection
Good Friday! Several centuries ago on a morning like this morning, the Lord Jesus was on trial for us and took our guilty sentence. The religious leaders called Jesus a sinner, a blasphemer, one who speaks lies about God (Mark 14:60-64). But He is the Truth and the Righteous One, who knew no sin (John … Continue reading O How He Loves Us!
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