Sermons Archive - Ambassador International Church

Events in life point to God's rule Acts of love point to God's grace Examples of mercy point to God's rescuer

1. Trust in God's promises 2. Hear God's encouragements 3. See God's grace

Jesus calls His followers to be part of the mission. 1) Privilege 2) Challenge - What Jesus experienced - What John experienced 3) Encouragement

Jesus alone has the power to save. 1) The power that Jesus has over... ...nature (4:35-41) ...evil (5:1-20) ...death (5:21-43) 2) The response of fear and faith

Outline: 1. It's the story that divides. 2. It's the story that challenges. a. Historical issues. b. Emotional issues. c. Internal issues. 3. It's the story that encourages. a. God's words generate a mixed response. b. God's words create amazing results. c. God's words reveal truth amidst darkness. d. God's words have their own power. e. God's words have a global impact.

I. Insiders vs. outsiders - true disciples (v7-19) the crowds the twelve II. Insiders vs. outsiders - true family (v20-35) the teachers of the law Jesus' family

Outline The opposition reject Jesus because they miss who He is. (a) Forgiveness (2:1-12) (b) Fellowship (2:13-17) (c) Fasting (2:18-22) (d) Sabbath (2:23-3:6) The opposition reject because they reject Him as a king.

Outline Authority to call (1:16-20) Authority over evil (1:21-28) Authority over sickness (1:29-34) Authority from Heaven (1:35-39) Authority to cleanse (1:40-45)

Outline The King has arrived, and he establishes God's kingdom. Good news about a king. Good news about a kingdom. Good news that demands a response.

Outline: The Author - and how we relate The Hero - and how he's presented The Book - and how it's shaped The Lessons - and how we respond Emotionally Doctrinally Personally Missionally

Outline: Failed projects in the book: Temple Law Walls Leaders Major lessons from the book: It exposes a flawed heart. It encourages a diligent response. It anticipates a glorious future.

Outline: They worked DIVERSELY They worked COURAGEOUSLY They worked SACRIFICIALLY They worked UNITEDLY They worked ANONYMOUSLY They worked RESPONSIBLY They worked HUMBLY They worked COLLECTIVELY They worked HONOURABLY

Outline: God's Word points to the true King. God's Word exposes our painful rebellion. God's Word reveals God's heart of love. God's Word encourages our confident response.

Outline: The Opponents People on the fringe. Community leaders. Regional authorities. The Tactics The Response God's word is declared. A 'man of peace' intervenes. Genuine repentance is evidenced. Wise plans were put in place. A. God's people will be opposed. B. God's word will be speaking. C. God's Spirit will be moving. D. God's wisdom will be active. E. God's community will be supportive. F. God's plans will be vindicated. G. God's Son will be our example.

Outline They returned like the exodus Gifts from neighbours Passover celebrations Temple supplies Building materials They worshipped according to the law They were led by a new Moses and Joshua ✓ We're part of something bigger ✓ We're joined to Christ's saving work ✓ We're built upon God's unchanging truth ✓ We're continuing to declare his glorious praise ✓ We're going back for the future

Outline: 1. History 2. This story 5 sections Ezra 1-6 Ezra 7-10 Neh 1-7 Neh 9-12a Neh 12b-13 3. His story a. God's faithfulness b. God's rule c. God's plans

We have the hope of life. 1) A living hope (1 Peter 1:3) 2) A certain hope (1 Peter 1:4-5) 3) A joyous hope (1 Peter 1:6-12)

Outline: Introduction The Just Judge is coming, therefore: I. Beware the dangers of wealth (James 5:1-6) II. Be patient and wait on the Lord (James 5:7-12) Conclusion