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Sunday, July 12, 2026

Psalm 42:11, 1-4, 5

Scripture Reading: Psalm 8:3-4 “When I look at the night sky and see the work of your fingers—the moon and the stars you set in place—⁴ what are mere mortals that you should think about them, human beings that you should care for them?^” (NLT)

Verse 1—A pattern for our life.

Our soul–It represents a person’s thoughts, emotions, and will, reflecting their inner self. Our innermost being. Our soul is what gets saved. Our soul will continue to live on after our body dies.

“My soul pants for you, O God.”—2 possible pictures.

Verse 2—Living God; Face to Face with God.

          Pictures a Relationship with God.

Verses 3-4—Where is your God?

The Omnipresent God—Psalm 139:7-10; Psalm 46:1; Proverbs 15:3

There are times…..John 10:10; Numbers 23:19; John 16:33; James 1:17

God is with you; God is crazy about you; God sees you; God hears you;

God is near to you; God is your helper; God is your healer; God is your guide; God is your provider; God is a continual refuge and a strong right arm.

Verse 5—Why is my soul downcast?

As we continually pant for living water [God] we will find Him and we will experience the hope that only God can bring into our life.

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Sunday, July 5, 2026

Proverbs 3:5-6; 29:25

Scripture Reading: Psalm 62:5-6 “I find rest in God; only he gives me hope. He is my rock and my salvation. He is my defender; I will not be defeated.” (NLT)

Motto of the godly: Proverbs 1:7 “The fear of the Lord is the beginning of knowledge, But fools despise wisdom and instruction.”

Motto of the United States—In God We Trust

#1—Proverbs 3:5—

          God is omnipotent—

          God is omniscient—

#2—Proverbs 3:6—

          Acknowledging God brings clarity & peace.

#3—Proverbs 3:7-8—

          Strength to your bones

#4—Proverbs 18:10–

          The name of the Lord—

          A strong tower–

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Sunday, June 21, 2026

Wisdom for the Summer

Proverbs 1:7

Scripture Reading: Isaiah 64:8 “Yet you, Lord, are our Father. We are the clay; you are the potter; we are all the work of your hand.” (NIV)

The Proverbs Man and his motto—

Motto—a guiding principle that sets the course for how one lives their life.

Proverbs 1:7—

Fear of the Lord—to be in awe; to have reverence; to respect God’s authority; but most importantly, to put God first in your life.

Proverbs 9:10—The fear of the Lord is the foundation for wisdom.

Proverbs 8:13—The fear of the Lord causes the Proverbs Man to “hate evil.”

Proverbs 10:27—The fear of the Lord results in prolonged life.

Stupid—senseless, brutish, living like an animal, relying upon evil instincts rather than godly wisdom.

Proverbs 12:1—The fear of the Lord brings discipline to our life.

Proverbs 22:1—the fear of the Lord causes the Proverbs Man to have a good reputation.

Proverbs 1:7—Two types of people in our world.

#1—Real wisdom isn’t just knowledge; it’s having right priority.

#2—You grow in wisdom when you are humble and willing to learn.

#3—You become foolish when you refuse correction or guidance.

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Sunday, June 7, 2026

Week #1: Guard Your Heart

Proverbs 4:23

Scripture Reading: Colossians 3:23-24; Matthew 6:33

“Work willingly at whatever you do, as though you were working for the Lord rather than for people. Remember that the Lord will give you an inheritance as your reward, and that the Master you are serving is Christ. Seek the Kingdom of God above all else, and live righteously, and he will give you everything you need.” (NLT)

The Book of Proverbs—written by King Solomon to his sons.

Guard—

All diligence—

Issues of life—

Heart—

Six Hearts—

#1—A double heart (Psalm 12:2)

#2—A hard heart (Proverbs 28:14)

#3—A proud heart (Proverbs 21:4)

#4—An unbelieving heart (Hebrews 3:12)

#5—A cold heart (Matthew 24:12)

#6—An unclean heart (Psalm 51:10)

Matthew 12:34-35           Psalm 119:11                  Philippians 4:8

Jeremiah 17:9                 Proverbs 23:7                  Psalm 19:14

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Sunday, April 26, 2026

Matthew 6:10

Scripture Reading: Matthew 6:31-33 “So don’t worry about these things, saying, ‘What will we eat? What will we drink? What will we wear?’ ³² These things dominate the thoughts of unbelievers, but your heavenly Father already knows all your needs. ³³ Seek the Kingdom of God above all else, and live righteously, and he will give you everything you need.” (NLT)

Your Kingdom Come

#1–Things that are different about God’s Kingdom

          No borders.

          No walls.

          No restrictions on gender, ethnicity, or age.

          John 3:16

#2—The Kingdom of God is “counter-cultural.”

          Sermon on the Mount—

Character traits of those in the Kingdom: forgiving; humble; loving; trusting; compassionate; serving; submitted.

#3—The Kingdom of God starts in our heart.

          1 John 1:9; Romans 6:23

The purpose of God’s Kingdom is not to topple other kingdoms but to topple sin. To make us new (2 Corinthians 5:17)

God showed us the way His Kingdom works by everything out of something small. Great faith comes from a small mustard seed. And a great Savior came from Mary’s baby boy, Jesus.

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Easter Sunday, April 5, 2026

1 Peter 1:18-19

Scripture Reading: Philippians 2:8-10 “And being found in appearance as a man, he humbled himself by becoming obedient to death—even death on a cross! Therefore, God exalted him to the highest place and gave him the name that is above every name, that at the name of Jesus every knee should bow, in heaven and on earth and under the earth,” (NIV)

1 Peter 1:18-19—Without blemish and without spot

Redeemed—

A lamb without blemish and without spot—

A humble King—

Fully as man—

          Hebrews 4:15—A High Priest who understands.

Isaiah 53:7—He was a willing sacrifice.

          Matthew 26:62-63—Before Caiaphas

          Matthew 27:12-14—Before Pilate

          Luke 23:9—Before King Herod Antipas

Matthew 26:53—More than 70,000 angels at His disposal.

Our sin creates a need for a Savior. Our sin creates a barrier between us and God. Jesus is our Savior. Jesus takes away our sin. Jesus restores our relationship with God by removing the barrier of sin.

The plan was for Jesus to become the acceptable, perfect, without blemish, without spot, once and for all sacrifice for our sin.

John 3:16-17 “For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life. ¹⁷ For God did not send his Son into the world to condemn the world, but to save the world through him.”

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Sunday, March 29, 2026

Zechariah 9:9

Scripture Reading: Psalm 118: 1, 14, 28 “Give thanks to the Lord, for he is good! His faithful love endures forever. The Lord is my strength and my song; he has given me victory. You are my God, and I will praise you! You are my God, and I will exalt you!” (NLT)

The Fulfillment of Prophecy.

#1—Riding on a colt

          Zechariah 9:9

#2—Throwing Garments on the ground.

          2 Kings 9:13

#3—Waving Palm Branches.

          Leviticus 23:40

#4—Shouting Hosanna.

          John 12:12-13

          Psalm 118:25-26

#5—Compassion & Anger.

          Luke 19:41-42

          Matthew 21:12-14

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Sunday, March 22, 2026

Matthew 6:28-30; Luke 12:27-28

Scripture Reading: 2 Corinthians 9:8 “And God is able to bless you abundantly, so that in all things at all times, having all that you need, you will abound in every good work.” (NIV)

#1—Why did Jesus tell us to “consider the lily”?

#2—Do Not Worry—

#3—Don’t be a Worry Wart—

#4—Seeking God’s Kingdom, First—

• Put God at the Center of all things!
• Pursue Righteousness
• Pray
• Serve Others
• Read & Study Scripture
• Trust in God’s Provision

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Sunday, March 15, 2026

Ephesians 3:20-21

Scripture Reading: Psalm 59:16-17 “As for me, I will sing about your strength; I will praise your loyal love in the morning. For you are my refuge and my place of shelter when I face trouble. You are my source of strength. I will sing praises to you. For God is my refuge, the God who loves me.^” (NET)

Four Things About God:

#1—Sovereignty of God.

#2—Omnipotence of God.

          God is all-powerful.

          Matthew 19:26b; Mark 9:20-23

#3—Omniscience of God.

          God is all-knowing.

#4—Providence of God.

1–Providence is God’s guidance and care over creation

          Acts 17:28; Colossians 1:17

2—Providence of God is God’s active involvement in the world and in human affairs.

          Romans 8:28; Hebrews 13:5

3—Providence of God ensures that all events unfold according to divine purpose.

          Romans 8:28

4—Providence of God provides comfort and hope for all believers.

          Psalm 34:18; 2 Corinthians 1:3-4a

The reason God can do immeasurably more: Isaiah 55:8-9

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Sunday, March 8, 2026

Ephesians 3:20-21

Scripture Reading: 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)

Faith—

Each of us has a “measure” of faith.

Jesus said faith the size of a mustard seed can move mountains.

Fatalism—the belief that all events are pre-determined and inevitable.

What is pre-determined:

1 Peter 3:9 & John 3:16—It is God’s will for us to be saved.

Exodus 15:26, Isaiah 53:5, 1 Peter 2:24—It is God’s will for us to be healed.

2 Corinthians 5:17—It is God’s will for us to live righteously.

Ephesians 2:10—God has prepared, in advance, works for us to do.

Ephesians 3:20-21—

          God is Sovereign: the supreme authority.

God’s plans are for us to be blessed; to give us a future; and to help us live a full and satisfying life.

Jeremiah 29:11 & Ephesians 2:10

Proverbs 14:12—We can put our faith in God for all things.