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Sermon Notes | August 2-3, 2025 Religion focuses on the external...rather than the internal. Matthew 23:25-26 Matthew 23:3-4 Romans 3:20-22a What's the Good News About Jesus? You cannot earn God's acceptance by obeying the law Romans 3:20a The purpose of the law is to show you your need of a Savior Romans 3:20 Until you see yourself as a sinner...you won't see your need for a Savior. Being right with God comes by faith in Christ alone. Romans 3

Sermon Notes | July 26-27, 2025 The on-demand God does not exist God doesn't exist to serve us. We exist to serve Him. God's heart is always loving. Romans 8:35 Romans 8:37-39 God doesn't prove His love when He answers our prayers. God proved His love when He sent His Son. His ways are always higher Isaiah 55:8-9 God's presence is always enough Psalm 23:4-6 Until God is all that you have...you'll never realize God is all

Sermon Notes | July 19-20 Practical Advice Learn to accept each other Romans 14:1-2 1. Don't label them ( Romans 14:1a ) 2. Don't make fun of them ( Romans 14:3a ) 3. Don't try to be their conscience ( Romans 14:3b ) Why Should I Accept Those I Disagree With? 1. God has already accepted them ( Romans 15:7 ) 2. Accept them because it's not your responsibility ( Romans 14:4a ) 3. We are only accountable to God ( Ro

Understanding the Four Principles In our journey through life, we often seek guidance and wisdom. The four principles outlined in this sermon provide a solid foundation for personal growth and moral integrity. Each principle is rooted in scripture, offering insights that can help us navigate our daily decisions. 1. The Principle of Improvement Scripture Reference: 1 Corinthians 6:12 The first principle focuses on self-improvement. Ask yourself: Will this action make me a bett

Sermon Notes | July 6, 2025 Three Types of People: 1. The Accusers Genesis 16:1-5 2. The Excusers Luke 14:16-20 3. The Choosers Hebrews 11:23-27 Romans 14:12 Ephesians 5:16a 1 Corinthians 6:20 Joshua 24:15 John 8:31-32 John 8:36 Watch Sermon Now

Sermon Notes | June 28th - 29th, 2025 Jonah 1:1-2 | Jonah 3:1 | Jonah 3:10 When the Ninevites repented, God relented. Jonah 4:1-3 It’s possible to do the will of God without the heart of God. Jonah 4:5 It’s possible to claim God, yet live with your back to Him. Jonah 4:6 The moment we start to get comfortable is the moment God tends to teach us we still need Him. Jonah 4:7-8 Jonah had erratic mood swings: ranging from courageous obedience to extreme dissatisfaction and anger,

Understanding God's Grace in Our Lives Jonah 3:1 Jonah 1:17 Sometimes what we call a problem, God calls a provision. Jonah 2:10 Titus 3:5 The God of Second Chances The concept of second chances is woven throughout the Bible. Let's explore some key figures who experienced God's grace, showing that no one is beyond redemption. Adam & Eve Adam and Eve sinned against God. Yet, despite their failure, God made a covering for them. (Genesis 3:21) This act of love demonstrate

Sermon Notes | June 7th - 8th, 2025 Jonah 1:17 Jonah 2:1 What we call a problem , God calls provision . God doesn't always gives us what we want , but our God does give us what we need . Just because Jonah was helpless , didn't mean he was hopeless . James 5:13 Jonah 2:2 Jonah 1:15-16 Jonah 2 | Psalms Jonah 2:2 - Psalm 3:4 Jonah 2:3 - Psalm 16:10 Jonah 2:4 - Psalm 31:22 Jonah 2:5 - Psalm 69:1 Jonah 2:8 - Psalm 31:6 Jonah 2:9 - Psalm 116:14 Jonah 2:9-10 While you're waiting ,

Sermon Notes | May 31st - June 1st, 2025 Jonah 1:1-3 If you want to run from God, the Devil will always offer you a ride . Rationalizing sin: When your mind makes an excuse for what our spirit knows is wrong . Delayed obedience is disobedience . Spiritual Maturity: a short time between God's commands and our obedience . Jonah 1:3 - Jonah went down to Joppa . Jonah 1:5 - Jonah went to the bottom of the ship . Jonah 2:3 - Jonah was thrown down to the bottom of the sea