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First Things
Contributed by Ed Groover on Aug 27, 2007 (message contributor)
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1. The Bible Is Our Ultimate Authority
Contributed on Aug 27, 2007
God’s Word must govern everything we think and do.
The Bible is Our Ultimate Authority Series: First Things 2 Timothy 3:16-17 NKJV All Scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness, (17) that the man of God may be complete, thoroughly equipped for every ...read more
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2. The Gospel Is Our Primary Message
Contributed on Sep 6, 2007
A sermon based on Romans 1:16 emphasizing the central nature of the simple Gospel to our ministry.
The Gospel is Our Primary Message Series: First Things Romans 1:16 For I am not ashamed of the gospel of Christ, for it is the power of God to salvation for everyone who believes, for the Jew first and also for the Greek. Intro: 1 Corinthians 2:2 NKJV For I determined not to know ...read more
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3. Discipleship Is Our Primary Purpose
Contributed on Sep 9, 2007
Our church exists to make disciples of Jesus Christ.
Discipleship is Our Primary Purpose Matt. 28:18-20 Intro: The Bible is our ultimate authority. The Gospel is our primary message. Body: 1A. Discipleship is centered in a specific person: the Lord Jesus. 1B. Jesus said that all authority was given to Him. Philippians 2:9-11 NKJV (9) ...read more
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4. Understanding The Explanation Of God
Contributed on Sep 11, 2007
Jesus is the full and final explanation of God.
Understanding the Explanation of God John 1:14-18 Intro: Body: NOTE: My references for this message are the commentaries by Carson, Morris, and MacArthur. 1A. Jesus Christ is God “in-fleshed”. John 1:14 NKJV And the Word became flesh and dwelt among us, and we beheld His glory, the ...read more
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5. Missions Is Our Primary Orientation
Contributed on Sep 24, 2007
A sermon on missions and the local church.
Missions is Our Primary Orientation Series: First Things Acts 13:1-3 Intro: We said that the Bible is our ultimate authority. Therefore 1. we will trust it and teach it as absolute truth. 2. we will submit to it and evaluate our thoughts and plans, our behavior, words, and church (in all ...read more