Sermons on Discipleship (Page 11)
Make A Stand (2 Chronicles 11:13-17)
King Solomon’s son Rehoboam so angered the people that they rebelled. Consequently the nation separated into two kingdoms, Judah and Israel. The new king of Israel, the northern kingdom, quickly led his people into idolatry. Many of the Levites living there realized their only option was to flee Israel for Judah and the true faith of Yahweh. Their faithfulness is clear picture of what Jesus asks of all those who follow Him.
Taking Stock (1 John 1:1-10)
The apostle John begins his first epistle by declaring that he was an eyewitness to Jesus’ earthly ministry. He explains that belief in Jesus leads to eternal life and fellowship with God, Jesus, and those who believe in Him. John then states without reservation that God is light and no darkness exists in Him at all. With this truth as a starting point, John draws a clear distinction between a life of light and one of darkness. He makes it…
Why Am I Here? (Ephesians 2:10)
When Jesus saves someone, that’s not the end of the story. It’s actually just the beginning. Before time began God had a plan for every one of us. When we’re saved, we can begin to put that plan into action. We belong to God. We’re saved for His purposes. Everything we do should lead back to this reality.
The Approaching Deadline (1 Corinthians 7:39-41)
The apostle Paul makes it clear that Jesus can return anytime. This imminence should keep us focused on the work at hand. We cannot allow work or family or pursuits keep us from our mission. Often situations can derail us. Good times make us complacent, while bad periods distract us. Whatever the case, we need to keep our eyes on Jesus and His commands.
Making the Most of Grace (Titus 2:11-14)
God pours out His grace on all of mankind each and every day. This is known as God’s common grace. But to make the most of God’s grace you must first accept His offer of salvation through Jesus Christ. That’s when you begin to experience God’s special grace. Then you will be able to live a life yielded to God, anticipating Jesus’ return, and passionate about God’s program.
Souls for Sale
Pastor Chuck explains why it is so important to give your life to Jesus Christ. It’s not just about where you’ll spend eternity. You also have an eternal mission on earth to complete.
Our Guide for Life (2 Timothy 3:16-17)
The apostle Paul makes it clear that the Scriptures are given to us by God. In fact, Paul explains that they are literally “God breathed.” While written by over 40 human authors, it was the Holy Spirit who inspired each of them. The result is a cohesive message which is without error in its original manuscripts. Because of this we can rely on Scripture as our guide for life. Paul explains in the focal verses that Scripture has many practical…
Final Instructions (Revelation 22:6-21)
As the writing of the Word of God comes to a close, we find four final statements by Jesus in Revelation 22. These four statements make it clear that Jesus intends to return soon. In fact, He declares His imminent return three times in this section of Scripture. In the meantime, He expects those who are His followers to be on the lookout and telling others about Him.
Heart, Wisdom, Courage
Pastor Chuck explains that Christians should desire a heart, wisdom, and courage. We need a heart that loves the Lord. We must seek to have His wisdom as we live our lives. And we should long for His encouragement as we tell others about salvation through Jesus Christ.
How to Be Thankful (Hebrews 13:15-16)
As the writer of Hebrews begins to wrap up his letter, he encourages his readers to be thankful. He urges those who have received salvation through Jesus Christ to be persistent in offering the sacrifice of praise. But this praise should not be silent. We must let others know of our thankfulness for His great grace. And while our praise should be persistent and public, it must also be practical. This means that our thankfulness should extend to telling and…