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His Gentleness

Contributed by John Kapteyn on Oct 18, 2000

We consider the fruit of gentleness and how we struggle with this. Moses show us what gentleness is.

1. It had been a tough couple of days for Moses. It was not easy to lead such a large group of people. 603,500 men over 20 years of age, plus their wives and families. 2.They had just complained about their hardships and that had angered God. He showed His anger by sending a fire that consumed ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 12:1

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

How The Holy Spirit Helps Us Escape Spiritual Manipulation

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

1. The Holy Spirit uses the truth of God's word to show us that we are not dependent on people, but God and His truth.

1. The Holy Spirit uses the truth of God's word to show us that we are not dependent on people, but God and His truth. Jesus said, "If you continue in my word, then truly are you are my disciples indeed. And you will know (love it through real life experiences) the truth and the truth will set you ...read more

Scripture: John 8:31-32

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

On The Block

Contributed by Tim Mason on Oct 18, 2000

ON THE SLAVE BLOCK SLAVES WERE SOLD TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER.

ON THE SLAVE BLOCK SLAVES WERE SOLD TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER. WE ARE ON THE BLOCK TODAY BEING BID ON BY ONE WHO WANTS TO USE US, ONE WHO WANTS REVENGE, ONE WHO WANTS MATERIAL POSESSIONS, ONE WHO WANTS TO HARM US. WE ARE ALSO BEING BID ON BY ONE WHO WANTS TO LOVE US. WE MUST REALIZE 3 THINGS I. WE ARE ...read more

Scripture: John 8:31-36

Why Jesus Taught That It Was Ok To Disagree As Long As One Was Not Disagreeable In Manner

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

There are times when everyone must learn how to be politely disagree.

There are times when everyone must learn how to be politely disagree. A person who agrees just to avoid conflicts is a coward. Jesus showed the disciples how to disagree without being so disagreeable in disposition that people would be turned off to the messenger. One day the Jews accused Jesus of ...read more

Scripture: John 8:48-52

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Doing The Work Of God

Contributed by John Kapteyn on Oct 18, 2000

Introduction 1.

Introduction 1. Today is a special day - as we have received Tom and Jonathan Olsen as members of First Reformed Church. We celebrate the grace of God that He calls us into fellowship with one another. We celebrate the participation of the Olsen family in our fellowship over the past few ...read more

Scripture: John 9:1-11

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Anger - A Deadly Sin

Contributed by John Kapteyn on Oct 18, 2000

Introductory Comments 1.

Introductory Comments 1. It must have been one of the saddest days in the life of Moses. He had been appointed by God to rescue the people of Israel out of Egypt and bring them to the promised land. He had spent a long 40 years leading them through the desert. He had gone up the holy mountain ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 20:1-13

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Worshipping The Right God In The Wrong Way! Series

Contributed by Dennis Marquardt on Oct 18, 2000

#2 in 10 Commandment Series

#2 “WORSHIPPING THE RIGHT GOD IN THE WRONG WAY!” TEXT: Ex. 20:4-6; 24-25; Num. 21:8-9; II Kings 18:3-5 INTRO: Strangely enough, the 2nd commandment is probably one of the most violated commandments today! That may seem strange since it is a prohibition against making idols, but there are many ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:4-6

Denomination: Assembly Of God

How Jesus Used Healing In His Ministry

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

Many people fail to understand God's greater purposes for physical suffering.

Many people fail to understand God's greater purposes for physical suffering. Instead of allowing the disciples to drag Jesus into a complicated discussion about sin and suffering, Jesus stated an important fact about sickness when He said, "This blind man did not sin nor did his parents. But he ...read more

Scripture: John 9:1-38

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Replacement In Leadership

Contributed by Ulf-Dieter Koepp on Oct 18, 2000

Introduction: A.

Introduction: A. When the leader is chosen. B. When the chosen leader leaves. I. A leader speaks the direct words to God (verses 15 - 17) II. God speaks to a leader (verse 18a) III.The start of choosing a leader (verses 18b - 21) Conclusion: 1. What do we learn from this biblical ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 27:12-23

How The Holy Spirit Helps Us Respond To Difficult People

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

1. The Holy Spirit helps us speak the truth in love to deceitful people.

1. The Holy Spirit helps us speak the truth in love to deceitful people. Paul wrote, "Speaking the truth in love, let us grow up in all aspects into Him who is the Head, even Christ." (Eph. 4:15) Ask the Lord to help you speak the truth in a loving way to people who are prone to deceive, cheat or ...read more

Scripture: John 9:16-25

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Good Shepherd

Contributed by John Kapteyn on Oct 18, 2000

1. This has been a good weekend of celebration.

1. This has been a good weekend of celebration. 50 years to look back over and to thank God for. 50 years of being a church. 2. As I looked through the year of the bible readings and sought to choose a passage for this evening, I wanted to find a passage that would be appropriate for this weekend. ...read more

Scripture: John 10:1-18

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Why Jesus Rejoiced With Rejoicers And Wept With Those Who Weep

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

1. Jesus knew that people generally do not care how much you know until they know how much you care.

1. Jesus knew that people generally do not care how much you know until they know how much you care. The Lord really empathized with people by using the power of the Spirit to identify with all aspects of their lives. Jesus fully comprehended the pain, suffering and heartaches of people because He ...read more

Scripture: John 11:16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How The Holy Spirit Can Lead You As He Led Joseph

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

1. The Holy Spirit led Joseph in many ways, but chose to speak to him through dreams.

1. The Holy Spirit led Joseph in many ways, but chose to speak to him through dreams. Moses wrote, "Joseph had a dream, and when he told it to his brothers, they hated him all the more. He said to them, ‘We were binding sheaves of grain out in the field when suddenly my sheaf rose and stood ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 37:5-38

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Are You Carrying A Branch Or A Cross?

Contributed by John Kapteyn on Oct 18, 2000

Introductory Comments 1.

Introductory Comments 1. Palm Sunday is a joyous time. A time when we rejoice and wave our palm branches as we sing "Hosanna, Loud, Hosanna". It is the time that we welcome Jesus into our midst and we receive Him as the King of Israel and as the Saviour of our lives. We imagine what it would have ...read more

Scripture: John 12:20-26

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Lessons From Lazarus

Contributed by Steven Cook on Oct 18, 2000

I. Introduction A.

I. Introduction A. Shortly after Jesus raised Lazarus from the dead, He came to the home of Mary, Martha, & Lazarus in Bethany for a supper. B. It was at this supper that Mary poured out an expensive ointment on the feet of Jesus to anoint Him, wiping it with the very hair of her head. C. We ...read more

Scripture: John 12:1-11

Denomination: Baptist