Troy Mills Christian Church

Sunday, September 27, 2020

Text: 1 Kings 17:1-4

Bible Reading: Psalm 23 “The Lord is my shepherd; I have all that I need. He lets me rest in green meadows; he leads me beside peaceful streams. He renews my strength. He guides me along right paths, bringing honor to his name. Even when I walk through the darkest valley, I will not be afraid, for you are close beside me. Your rod and your staff protect and comfort me. You prepare a feast for me in the presence of my enemies. You honor me by anointing my head with oil. My cup overflows with blessings. Surely your goodness and your unfailing love will pursue me all the days of my life and I will live in the house of the Lord forever.”

There are times when God works in our lives through the gentle workings of a dove. These times are gentle, peaceful, and bring us much comfort. The Holy Spirit comes as a dove in these times, hovering over us as a brooding dove to lovingly bring order to our world. (Genesis 1:2; Matthew 3:16)

There are other times when God works in our lives through circumstances that He did not cause, through events that others chose for us, and through the sinful ways of our world. These are the “ravens” of our times.

Text: 1 Kings 17:1-4

The drought—

The wicked king—

The false, demonic god—

The prophet—

The raven—

          Leviticus 11:13-18

Philippians 4:19 “And this same God who takes care of me will supply all your needs from his glorious riches, which have been given to us in Christ Jesus.” (New Living Translation)

Romans 8:28 “And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who^[i] have been called according to his purpose. (New International Version)

How has God provided for you in times that were less than enjoyable?

Troy Mills Christian Church

Sunday, September 20, 2020

Text: John 20:22

Bible Reading: Psalm 100 (NLT)

Last week:

Genesis 1:2—a dove is symbolic of purity and harmlessness

Acts 10:38—Jesus lived His life under the direction of the Holy Spirit

Romans 8:11—The Holy Spirit was the energy that brought Jesus to life; this same Spirit lives in us

1 Corinthians 6:19—We are the “temple” or “place of residence” for the Holy Spirit

Today:

1. John 20:22—Jesus breathed upon the disciples

1. Ephesians 2:1—Dead in our sin; alive through the Holy Spirit

1. Genesis 2:7—Adam was a lump of clay until………..

1. Ezekiel 37—God brought life into an entire nation with His breathe

• John 10:10—a rich and satisfying life

1. “a still small voice” and our “knower”

Troy Mills Christian Church

Sunday, September 13, 2020

Sermon Notes

Text: John 20:22

Bible Reading: Isaiah 50:7, 9

Text: John 20:22

1. Genesis 1:2–The first time we are introduced to the Holy Spirit

1. The Holy Spirit—a brooding dove, hovering over the nest

• The Holy Spirit is the energy or power behind creation

• Creation—Order out of chaos

2 Timothy 3:16-17—the same empowerment of creation was the source of energy for God’s Word when He breathed “all Scripture”

John 20:22—The disciples were energized or empowered when Christ breathed upon them

1. Matthew 3:16—Jesus’ baptism and the Holy Spirit

1. Life at this time was chaotic for the Jews

• John 10:10–Jesus came to bring a “rich and satisfying life” in abundance–

1. 1 Corinthians 6:19—The Holy Spirit and us

1. Acts 10:38—The Holy Spirit empowered Jesus to do miracles and to live a sinless life

• Romans 8:11—The Holy Spirit in us today!