A Building Made by God
In the midst of life in this fallen world we must always remember who it is that God has called us to be.
1 Peter 2:4-10
God’s Chosen Exile People
God’s chosen people live as exiles in this world, but are sustained by the covenant grace and peace of the Father, Son, and Spirit. 1 Peter 1:1-2 Reading: Hebrews 11:8-16 Listen to the teaching Look at the teaching outline
Who Should Be Baptized?
In view of the biblical teaching on the New Covenant and water baptism, only those who have personally professed faith in Christ should be water baptized. Acts 2:38-39; Acts 8:18; 1 Corinthians 7:14 Reading: Hebrews 8:6-13 Listen to the teaching Look at the teaching outline
The Story of Scripture
There is an overarching story to the whole of scripture that should affect every passage that we read. God is bringing glory to Himself through the Person and work of Jesus Christ as He creates and redeems a people who glorify and enjoy Him forever.
Genesis 12:1-3; Exodus 19:3-6; Psalm 2:8-9; Revelation 5:2-14
The Benefits of Baptism
Water baptism is the sign and seal of our union with Christ, a means of grace to provide strength in our struggle against sin, and the medium through which we testify of our faith in Christ and membership in the church. Romans 6:1-7 Reading: Colossians 2:9-15 Benediction: 1 Thessalonians 5:23-24 […]
The Joy of Corporate Worship
There is great joy that comes from gathering with God’s people.
Psalm 122:1
The Day of Redemption for the Nations
Although the day of the Lord is a day of judgment for the nations that have rejected God, He is calling a remnant from every nation to be part of His people.
Isaiah 19:16-25
God’s Glorious Covenant People
Despite their present failures, Isaiah saw the glorious future for God’s people, when people from all nations would come to learn and walk in God’s ways.
Isaiah 2:1-4
A Biblically Based, Christ Centered, Caring Community
As the people of God, we are to be a biblically based, Christ-centered, caring community.
1 Peter 2:4-10
Love One Another
Our love for one another shows the world that we are disciples of Jesus Christ.
John 13:31-35
What Happens When We Are Baptized in the Holy Spirit?
When we were baptized in the Holy Spirit, we were initiated into the New Covenant, placed into the Church, given spiritual gifts, and empowered to be Christ’s witnesses.
Acts 1:4-5
What is the Baptism in the Holy Spirit?
The Baptism in the Holy Spirit is the promised experience of the Spirit being poured out, coming upon, and filling God’s New Covenant people.
Mark 1:1-8; John 1:29-34
The Glorious New Covenant Ministry of the Spirit
In the New Covenant, the ministry of the Spirit in believers is much more personal, internal, and powerful than it was under the Old Covenant.
Joel 2:28-29
The Gifts of the Spirit
Spiritual gifts are concrete expressions of God’s grace, manifested by the empowerment of the Holy Spirit, given to each believer in order to strengthen the church and enable us to serve others in love.
1 Corinthians 12:1-11
The Spirit and the Church
The Spirit is working to join us to the Church to be the place where God dwells.
Ephesians 2:19-22
What It Means to be a Disciple
A disciple is one who recognizes their sin, receives the forgiveness offered in Christ, and lives a life of worship and service in the context of a local community of believers.
Acts 2:36-47
The Call to Live in Community
Paul urges believers to walk in community so that they can stand for the Gospel in the face of opposition.
Philippians 4:1-3
Where God Commands a Blessing
God commands a blessing upon those who are in Christ and walk in unity with their fellow believers.
Psalm 133
Know the Love of Christ
We must come to an understanding of the depth of Christ’s love for us and then we must show that love to the body of Christ, the Church.
Ephesians 3:14-21
Disciples and the Local Church
Disciples recognize that God commands them to become active, participating, committed members of a local church.
1 Peter 2:4-5
Disciples and Worship
Disciples recognize and embrace their need for corporate praise and worship, as the body of Christ, to God.
Colossians 3:15-17
The Functions of an Elder-Shepherd
Shepherds are called to serve the flock by feeding, protecting, leading, and equipping it to serve God.
1 Peter 5:1-4
The Qualifications of an Elder
Elders are men with godly family lives and character, and who understand the faith and are able to encourage believers in the truth and correct error.
Titus 1:5-9
Elders – The Pastoral Leadership Team
Elders are a group of men called by God to shepherd the local church.
Titus 1:5
The Basis and Goals of Godly Ministry
Godly leaders are slaves to God and are commissioned by Him to encourage faith, knowledge, godliness, and hope in God’s people.
Titus 1:1-4