Troy Mills Christian Church

Sunday, April 16, 2023

Scripture Reading: Psalm 93:1-4 “The Lord is King! He is robed in majesty. Indeed, the Lord is robed in majesty and armed with strength. The world stands firm and cannot be shaken. Your throne, O Lord, has stood from time immemorial. You yourself are from the everlasting past. The floods have risen up, O Lord. The floods have roared like thunder; the floods have lifted their pounding waves. But mightier than the violent raging of the seas, mightier than the breakers on the shore—the Lord above is mightier than these!” (NLT)

Text: 1 Peter 1:18-21

#1—There is power in the blood of the Lamb—

#2—The blood of the Lamb cleanses us from all sin

          1 John 1:7—

          Romans 8:1—

          2 Corinthians 5:17—

#3—The blood of the Lamb purchased us—

          1 Peter 1:18-19—

          1 Corinthians 6:19-20—

#4—The Bread of Life—

          John 6:48-54—

          Matthew 26:26-29—

“The blood of Christ (the Lamb) has the power to cleanse an infinite number of sins committed by an infinite number of people for infinity and beyond!”

Troy Mills Christian Church

Sunday, April 9, 2023, Easter Sunday

Text: Isaiah 53:10-11; Luke 24:1-6

Bible Reading: Peter 1:3 “All praise to God, the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ. It is by his great mercy that we have been born again, because God raised Jesus Christ from the dead. Now we live with great expectation….”

#1–Isaiah 53:10—

#2–Isaiah 53:11—

#3—Luke 24:1-6—He is Risen!

#4—1 Corinthians 15:3-8

1. Christ died.

• Was buried.

• Rose on the third day

• Was seen by disciples.

#5—The Real Question

          Philippians 3:10—Power in resurrection

          2 Corinthians 5:17—Power to make “all things new.”

Troy Mills Christian Church

Sunday, April 2, 2023, Palm Sunday

Bible Reading: Psalm 31:23-24 “Love the Lord, all you godly ones! For the Lord protects those who are loyal to him, but he harshly punishes the arrogant. So be strong and courageous, all you who put your hope in the Lord!” (NLT)

Text: John 12:12-15; Zechariah 9:9-10

#1–The Triumphal Entry accomplished three things:

• Jesus fulfilled written prophecy.
• Jesus declared Himself to be Israel’s King and Messiah.
• Jesus challenged the religious leaders which put into motion the official plot that led to His arrest, trials, and crucifixion.

#2—The Roman Triumph—

#3—Zechariah 9:9-10—

• Cut off the chariots.
• Cut off the battle bows.
• Speak peace to the nations.
• Rule over the whole earth.

John 14:27—

John 10:10—

#4—Jesus’ qualifications to be Messiah & King:

• Turning water into wine—John 2:1-11
  • Power over nature
• Healing the Officials son—John 4:46-54
  • Power disease and distance
• Healing a man who had been lame for 38 years—John 5:1-15
  • Authority over the works of Satan.
• Feeding 5,000—John 6:1-14
  • More than sufficient to meet our needs.
• Calms the storm; walks on water—John 9:1-7
  • Power over the works of the enemy
• Heals a man born blind—John 9:1-7
  • Able to open blinded eyes to the truth of God’s love.
• Raises Lazarus from the dead—John 11:1-44.
  • Power over life and death.

Troy Mills Christian Church

Sunday, March 26, 2023

Bible Reading: 1 John 4:9 & John 3:16-17 “God showed how much he loved us by sending his one and only Son into the world so that we might have eternal life through him.”

“For this how God loved he world: He gave his one and only son, so that everyone who believes in him will not perish but have eternal life.” (NLT)

Text: Isaiah 53:7

#1—Isaiah presents pictures of the coming Messiah:

• Born of a virgin—7:14
• Of the lineage of David—11:1
• Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace—9:6-7
• Heal the broken hearted, set captives free—61:
• Deaf would hear; blind would see—29:18.

#2—Moses promised a Messiah, just like him—Deuteronomy 18:15

          Moses led Israel out from bondage in Egypt.

#3—First Messianic Prophecy—Genesis 3:15

          Promise to defeat the enemy.

#4—Many get confused about who the enemy was:

          1 Peter 5:8

          2 Corinthians 2:11

#5—God gives us a clue about what the coming Messiah would do:

          Genesis 3:21

          Genesis 4:3-4

#6—Atonement

“To pay a price for a wrong. The sacrifice of a lamb would bring us back into relationship with God, but…….

Leviticus 17:11

Hebrews 10:11-13 “Under the old covenant, the priest stands and ministers before the altar day after day, offering the same sacrifices again and again, which can never TAKE AWAY sins. {12} But our High Priest offered himself to God as a single sacrifice for sins, good for all time. Then he sat down in the place of honor at God’s right hand.”

Troy Mills Christian Church

Sunday, March 19, 2023

Bible Reading: Hebrews 4:15-16 “This High Priest of ours understands our weaknesses, for he faced all of the same testings we do, yet he did not sin. So let us come boldly to the throne of our gracious God. There we will receive mercy, and we will find grace to help us when we need it most.” (NLT)

Text: Isaiah 53:12

#1—The great and the strong

          Philippians 2:8-9

#2—Numbered with the transgressors.

         Rebels—a person who refuses allegiance to, or resists, or rises in arms against the government or ruler of their country. They are people who resist any authority, control, or tradition.

          Barabbas—(Matthew 26:15-21; Mark 15:6-15; Luke 23:13-25; John 18:39-40)

          The Two Thieves on either side of Jesus— (Matthew 27:38; Mark 15:27-28;

Luke 23:32-33; John 19:18)

#3—Intercession for the transgressors

          To intercede—act on behalf of someone in difficulty or trouble.

          Luke 23:39-43

#4—Jesus making intercession for us.

          Romans 8:34—

          1 John 2:1—Jesus is our “advocate.”

          Hebrews 4:15-16—Jesus understands.

Troy Mills Christian Church

Sunday, March 12, 2023

Text: Isaiah 53:7

Scripture Reading: Psalm 44:3, 5-7 “They did not conquer the land with their swords; it was not their own strong arm that gave them victory. It was your right hand and strong arm and the blinding light from your face that helped them, for you loved them. Only by your power can we push back our enemies; only in your name can we trample our foes. I do not trust in my bow; I do not count on my sword to save me. You are the one who gives us victory over our enemies.” (NLT)

Text: Isaiah 53:7—

#1—Suffering Servant Song—Isaiah 53:13-53:12

Oppressed—

Afflicted—

#2—“He opened not His mouth”

1. Matthew 27:12-14
2. Mark 15:3-5

Jesus didn’t open His mouth to complain or defend Himself.

#3—Servants were submissive; Jesus was the consummate servant; an example for us

#1—Jesus always did the will of the Father (John 4:34; 6:38)

#2—Jesus never sought to please Himself but always to please the Father (John 5:30)

#3—Jesus finished the work that God had sent Him to do (John 17:4)

#4—Jesus came to glorify the Father (John 13:31; John 17:4)

#4—Jesus didn’t even complain when He was betrayed by one of His closest friends

            Judas—Psalm 41:9; Psalm 55:12; Zechariah 11:12

            Jesus—gave Judas the seat of honor at the Last Supper

            He didn’t try to talk Judas out of doing what he was going to do

            He didn’t rebuke Judas

            Why? Jesus was committed to the plan. He was submitted to the plan.

#5—Jesus’ arrest and six trials

            Jesus remained silent. He remained submitted to God’s plan.

#6—What did Jesus say?

            Luke 23:33-34–

The Six Trials:

Trial #1—Before Annas, the ex-high priest—John 18:13-23

            Accusation: Charges of irreverence to Annas

Legality: Illegal. It was held at night. No specific charges; Prejudice and violence

            Result of the trial: Found guilty of irreverence; sent to Caiaphas

Trial #2—Before Caiaphas—Current High Priest; son-in-law of Annas and the Sanhedrin—Matthew 26:57-68; Mark 14:53-65; John 18:24

            Accusation: Claiming to be the Messiah

            Legality: Illegal; held at night. False witnesses; prejudice and violence

Result of the trial: Declared guilty of blasphemy; rushed to the Sanhedrin.

Trial #3—Before the Sanhedrin—Mark 15:1; Luke 22:66-71

            Accusation: Blasphemy

            Legality: Illegal; accusation was switched; no witnesses; improper voting

            Result of the trial: Declared guilty of blasphemy; rushed to Pilate

Trial #4—Before Pilate—Matthew 27:11-14; Mark 15:1b-5; Luke 23:1-7; John 18:28-38

            Accusation: Treason

Legality: Illegal; Christ was kept under arrest even declared innocent; no defense attorney; violence

            Result of trial: Found innocent; rushed to Herod Antipas

Trial #5—Before Herod Antipas—Luke 23:8-12

            Accusation: None

Legality: Illegal; no charges; mockery in courtroom; no defense attorney; and violence

            Result of trial: Declared innocent; mistreated and mocked

Trial #6—Before Pilate—Matthew 27:15-26; Mark 15:6-15; Luke 23:18-25; John 18:29-19:6

            Accusation: Treason

            Legality: Illegal; no proof of guilt

            Result: Found innocent but turned over to be crucified

Troy Mills Christian Church
Sunday, March 5, 2023
Text: Isaiah 52:13

Bible Reading: Numbers 23:19 “God is not a man, so he does not lie. He is not human, so he does not change his mind. Has he ever spoken and failed to act? Has he ever promised and not carried it through?” (NLT)

Malachi 3:6 “I am the Lord, and I do not change.” (NLT)

Hebrews 13:8 “Jesus Christ is the same yesterday, today, and forever.” (NLT)

James 1:17 “Whatever is good and perfect is a gift coming down to us from God our Father, who created all the lights in the heavens. He never changes or casts a shifting shadow.” (NLT)

24 Messianic Prophecies in Isaiah 52:13 – 53:12

• Successful: 52:13
• Disfigured: 52:14
• Reach nations & King: 52:15
• Grew up: 53:2
• Despised & Rejected: 53:3
• Bore our sickness: 53:4a
• Regarded Him as stricken: 53:4b
• Pierced: 53:5
• Took our punishment: 53:6
• Silent when oppressed: 53:7a
• Like a lamb to slaughter: 53:7b
• Taken away: 53:8a
• Cut off from the living: 53:8b
• Rich man’s grave: 53:9
• Crushed by weight of sin: 53:10a
• Guilt offering/never sinned: 53:10b
• Will see His seed: 53:10c
• Will prolong His days: 53:10d
• Will see the light: 53:11a
• Will justify many: 53:11b
• Given the many: 53:12a
• Willingly submitted: 53:12b
• Counted among the rebels: 53:12c
• Intercedes for rebels: 53:12d

Text: Isaiah 52:13

#1—Some people say Jesus was a failure. Why?

Success is not defined as having the most money, power, or toys. True success is finding the path God has for us and then walking that path.

#2—How did Jesus define success?

John 4:34: “My food”

#3—What was God’s will for Jesus?

            Genesis 3:15: Victory over Satan

            John 19:30: “It is finished”

#4—What happened because Jesus succeeded?

            Colossian 1:1-22-: Reconciliation

            John 3:16: Eternal life

Troy Mills Christian Church

Sunday, February 12, 2023

Daniel 6:1-9

Bible Reading: 2 Samuel 22:2-4 “The Lord is my rock, my fortress, and my savior; my God is my rock, in whom I find protection. He is my shield, the power that saves me, and my place of safety. He is my refuge, my savior, the one who saves me from violence. I called on the Lord, who is worthy of praise, and he saved me from my enemies.” (NLT)

The Lion’s Den

Text: Daniel 6:1-9

#1—Verse 7—A Clever Ruse

          Verse 8 & 12—The Law of the Medes & Persians

#2—Verse 10—No Compromise

          Jerusalem vs Babylon

#3—Verse 14—A Helpless King

#4—Verse 16, 18—The Lion’s Den; A King’s Prayer; and a Sleepless Night

#5—Verses 20-23—A Joyful Reunion

#6—Verse 24—Judgment

Genesis 12:2-3

Too often we are tempted to compromise our belief in God; our confidence in His Word; and our commitment to stand firm in our faith. Be like Daniel, Hananiah (Shadrach), Mishael (Meshach), and Azariah (Abed-Nego). And live with NO COMPROMISE!

Troy Mills Christian Church

Sunday, February 5, 2023

Daniel 5

Bible Reading: James 1:19-21 “You must all be quick to listen, slow to speak, and slow to get angry. Human anger does not produce the righteousness God desires. So, get rid of all the filth and evil in your lives, and humbly accept the word God has planted in your hearts, for it has the power to save your souls.” (NLT)

Found Wanting

Text: Daniel 5:1-2

#1—King Nebuchadnezzar’s faith

          Daniel 2:27; Daniel 3:28-29; Daniel 4:37

#2—King Belshazzar

          King Nebuchadnezzar’s grandson

#3—A Great feast

          Daniel 5:1-2

#4—The sacred gold vessels from the Temple

          Daniel 5:3-4

#5—The Handwriting on the Wall

          Daniel 5:5

#6—Daniel’s explanation of the handwriting on the wall

          Daniel 5:18-24

#7—Daniel’s interpretation of the handwriting on the wall

          Daniel 5:25-28

          MENE, MENE, TEKEL, UPHARSIN

#8—God’s judgment upon Belshazzar and Babylon

          Daniel 5:30

Has God put “His finger” on something in your life?