Sermons on Discernment
Two Roads, One Way: Part 2 – Two Trees
We are moving into the concluding portion of the Sermon on the Mount, and we see Jesus call for a response from those who hear Him. It is not enough to hear the proclamation of the kingdom; it is not enough to sit back and appreciate the sentiment or admire the speaker. The presentation of the kingdom of God demands a response. Last week, we saw that those who would be…
Judgement: Planks & Pigs
We have been working through the Sermon on the Mount, and this week we will open up Matthew chapter 7. The opening verses of this chapter contain some of the most often quoted words in the New Testament. “Judge not, that you not be judged” has made its way into movies, song lyrics, and family arguments over the dinner table. But what does Jesus mean when he calls…
The Folly of Man-Made Religion: Part 2
We are moving through the heart of the book of Colossians. The foundation has been laid, and Paul has made it clear that in Jesus Christ believers have everything that they need. Now, as we move through chapter 2, he begins to address the dangerous false teaching that was creeping into the church in Colossae. What are some of the characteristics of that false teaching?…
The Folly of Man-Made Religion
Today, we will begin by going back to the last two verses of the passage from last week. These two verses are the pivot point of the book and are worth a second look. Last week, Matt talked about the results we should see in our lives because we have received Christ Jesus as Lord. This week, we will focus on the truth that Jesus is enough for us. We don’t know all the…
A Pastor’s Burden for His People
As we move into the second chapter of Colossians, Paul’s focus doesn’t seem to change much from what we learned about last week. He has talked about his ministry to the church, and what some essential characteristics of that ministry are. This week, we will look at the first 7 verses of chapter 2 and hear what Paul’s ministry works towards. If last week…
Living Unhindered
(Click on “Save” above to download this week’s sermon notes.) LIVING UNHINDERED – Galatians 5:1-12 Picture an athlete that is running well, near the front of the pack. He’s being cheered on and has a clear shot at crossing the finish first. Suddenly a runner cuts in on him. He stumbles and as he’s going down sees the field surging…