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Sunday, June 13, 2021

Scripture reading: Hebrews 4:14-16 “Seeing then that we have a great High Priest who has passed through the heavens, Jesus the Son of God, let us hold fast our confession. ¹⁵ For we do not have a High Priest who cannot sympathize with our weaknesses, but was in all points tempted as we are, yet without sin. ¹⁶ Let us therefore come boldly to the throne of grace, that we may obtain mercy and find grace to help in time of need.”

Summer in Hebrews #2: Hold Fast

Text: Hebrews 1:5-14; 2:1-4

Why settle for #2 when you can have #1?

Hebrews 1:5-14—Jesus is superior to angels.

            Verse 4—A more excellent name.

            Angels are created beings. Jesus has been eternally self-existent.

            John 1:1-4—

Seven Old Testament Quotes in Hebrews 1:5-14—Psalm 2; 2 Samuel 23; Deuteronomy 32:43; Psalm 104:4; Psalm 45:6-7; Psalm 102: 25-27; Psalm 110.

The purpose of the book of Hebrews: Hebrews 13:22 “And I appeal to you, brethren, bear with the word of exhortation [encouragement], for I have written to you in few words.”

The book of Hebrews contains 5 warnings (encouragements): 2:1-4; 3:7-4:13; 5:11-6:20; 10:19-39; & 12:25-29.

First Warning: 2:1-4. “Don’t drift away from the word.”

Verse 3—If rejecting the Law carried penalties, how much more so does rejecting salvation through Jesus?

Drifting away—

Ephesians 4:20-23—Putting Off & Putting On.

Our sinful nature is described in Galatians 5:19-21 (NLT)–

2 Corinthians 5:17 (NLT)–

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Sunday, June 6, 2021

Bible Reading: Colossians 1:15-18 “He is the image of the invisible God, the firstborn over all creation. ¹⁶ For by Him all things were created that are in heaven and that are on earth, visible and invisible, whether thrones or dominions orprincipalities or powers. All things were created through Him and for Him. ¹⁷ And He is before all things, and in Him all things consist. ¹⁸ And He is the head of the body, the church, who is the beginning, the firstborn from the dead, that in all things He may have the preeminence.”

Hebrews: The Superiority of Christ

Text: Hebrews 1:1-4

Purpose of Hebrews: Hebrews 13:22—To encourage; comfort; admonish to stay faithful.

Hebrews 1:2-3—Seven Statements about Christ

#1—He was appointed heir of all things.

            Colossians 1:16; Matthew 28:18

#2—He made everything.

#3—He is the radiance of the Father’s glory.

            Acts 10:38; Luke 9:28

#4—He is the exact representation of God’s nature.

#5—He upholds all things by His powerful word.

            Colossians 1:17; Jeremiah 29:11; John 10:10

#6—He made purification for our sin.

#7—He sat down at the right hand of the majesty of heaven.

            John 19:30

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Sunday, May 23, 2021

Scripture Reading: Psalm 145:1-3, 8-9 “I will extol You, my God, O King; And I will bless Your name forever and ever. ² Every day I will bless You, And I will praise Your name forever and ever. ³ Great is the Lord, and greatly to be praised; And His greatness is unsearchable.” 8 “The Lord is gracious and full of compassion, Slow to anger and great in mercy. ⁹ The Lord is good to all, And His tender mercies are over all His works.”

Text: John 14:16-18, 26

Let’s review:

“In the beginning”—

          Creation—Genesis 1:2

          The Holy Wind (Life)—Genesis 2:7

          Breath—Romans 8:11

“Author”—

          2 Peter 1:19— “a more sure word” (KJV)

John 14:16-18—

          “another helper”—one just like me

          V17-18—with us; in us; and by us

          Orphan—comfortless, helpless & hopeless

John 14:26—The Helper

          Advocate—1 John 2:1

          Teach—

          Remind—

Luke 24:49—The Promise of the Father

“The question is whether we are going to allow Him to walk with us; dwell in us; and be by us throughout our daily life.”

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Sunday, May 16, 2021

Scripture Reading: Isaiah 9:6-7 “For unto us a Child is born, unto us a Son is given; And the government will be upon His shoulder. And His name will be called Wonderful, Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace. ⁷ Of the increase of His government and peace there will be no end, Upon the throne of David and over His kingdom, to order it and establish it with judgment and justice from that time forward, even forever. The zeal of the Lord of hosts will perform this.”

Text: 2 Peter 1:16-21

To Russia with love—

Review from two weeks ago:

Holy Spirit at creation—brought order to chaos; purpose; form; and usefulness.

Holy Spirit breathes life into Adam—

            Ruach ha Kodesh—The Holy Wind

            Pneuma—breath

Holy Spirit as author—

            2 Timothy 3:16—All Scripture—

                        God breathed—Theopnuestos.

            1 Peter 1:16-21—

                        Luke 9:28-36—

                        “As they were moved along”—

The Bible—40 different writers; spread out over 1500 years; ONE AUTHOR

Hebrews 4:12— “living and powerful”

            A dynamic quality. It does things. It penetrates and deep into our inner most being. The place where our thoughts originate; the place where our emotions originate; and the place where our will originates.

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Sunday, May 2, 2021

Bible Reading: Ephesians 3:14-19 “For this reason I bow my knees to the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, ¹⁵ from whom the whole family in heaven and earth is named, ¹⁶ that He would grant you, according to the riches of His glory, to be strengthened with might through His Spirit in the inner man, ¹⁷ that Christ may dwell in your hearts through faith; that you, being rooted and grounded in love, ¹⁸ may be able to comprehend with all the saints what is the width and length and depth and height— ¹⁹ to know the love of Christ which passes knowledge; that you may be filled with all the fullness of God.”

The Helper Series: In the Beginning

Text: John 14:16-18

“Overarching principles”

            Number 23:19

            James 1:17

1. The Holy in Creation
2. Genesis 1:1—God existed before the beginning of time.
3. Genesis 1:2—The Holy Spirit was present before the beginning of time.
4. Holy Spirit—Ruach ha Kodesh
5. The Holy Spirit “hovered” as a brooding dove
6. Genesis 1:2—There was chaos; confusion and emptiness; shapeless and useless.
7. Genesis 2:7—
8. Psalm 104:30—
9. Job 33:4—
10. Romans 8:11—

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II.              The Holy Spirit in God’s Word

1. All Scripture is “God breathed”—2 Timothy 3:16
2. Zechariah 7:12
3. 2 Peter 1:21

Conclusion:

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Sunday, April 25, 2021

Bible Reading: Psalm 46:1-3, 10 “God is our refuge and strength, A very present help in trouble.
² Therefore we will not fear, Even though the earth be removed, And though the mountains be carried into the midst of the sea; ³ Though its waters roar and be troubled, Though the mountains shake with its swelling…..10 Be still, and know that I am God; I will be exalted among the nations, I will be exalted in the earth!”

Promises

Text: 2 Corinthians 1: 20

#1—Philippians 4:13

            Whatever might come along…….

            Infusions–

#2—Deuternonomy 31:6

            40 years of daily miracles–

#3—Jeremiah 29:11

            A promise given during tough times–

#4—Exodus 14:13-14

            Don’t freak out–

#5—2 Timothy 1:12

            I know—

            I have believed—

            That Day–

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Sunday, April 18, 2021

Scripture Reading: 1 Peter 1:3-9 “Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who according to His abundant mercy has begotten us again to a living hope through the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead, ⁴ to an inheritance incorruptible and undefiled and that does not fade away, reserved in heaven for you, ⁵ who are kept by the power of God through faith for salvation ready to be revealed in the last time. ⁶ In this you greatly rejoice, though now for a little while, if need be, you have been ^[c]grieved by various trials, ⁷ that the genuineness of your faith, being much more precious than gold that perishes, though it is tested by fire, may be found to praise, honor, and glory at the revelation of Jesus Christ, ⁸ whom having not seen you love. Though now you do not see Him, yet believing, you rejoice with joy inexpressible and full of glory, ⁹ receiving the end of your faith—the salvation of your souls.”

Living Hope

Text: 1 Peter 1:3; 2:9, 24; 5:8-9

The Apostle Peter wrote this letter, from Rome, to Christians scattered throughout Asia Minor (modern day Turkey). It was written about 30 years after the death and resurrection of Jesus. His intent was to encourage these believers as they faced severe persecution.

#1—The high price paid for our salvation demands our holy living.

1 Peter 1:13-16, 18-19.

#2—Believers are not just anybody.

1 Peter 2:9—

Ephesians 2:10—We are God’s “masterpiece” or “creative work.”

#3—Arguments interrupt our prayers.

1 Peter 3:8

#4—We are to rejoice even in hard times.

1 Peter 4:12-16

#5—Motives for service counts.

1 Peter 5:2

Difficult times will continue to come our way. But God is at work in those times to bring about victory and to work in our lives for good that honors Him!

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Sunday, April 11, 2021

Bible Reading: 1 Peter 1:3-5 “Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who according to His abundant mercy has begotten us again to a living hope through the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead, ⁴ to an inheritance incorruptible and undefiled and that does not fade away, reserved in heaven for you, ⁵ who are kept by the power of God through faith for salvation ready to be revealed in the last time.”

Truth

Text: John 3:5-8

Look at all the new terms we’ve learned over the past year.

Fake news is not new. Jesus addresses the issue of “fake news” in his nighttime conversation with Nicodemus.

Nicodemus—A Pharisee; member of the Sanhedrin (The Sanhedrin was comprised of 70 Jewish men with the purpose of creating and enforcing Jewish Laws. In some ways, it was like a Congress/Supreme Court combo.

Jesus addresses the fake news by saying, “Most assuredly, I say to you.” Some versions of Scripture translate this as “verily, verily” or “I’m telling you the truth.”

Jesus is not asking Nicodemus to simply trust him. By saying, “verily, verily” Jesus is actually saying, “I know this firsthand.” It was part of Jesus’ claim to be God. Jesus is not merely aware of these truths; He is the One who originated them.

The Fake News—Salvation by works

The Truth—Salvation by grace through faith (Ephesians 2:8-9)

Born of the water and the Spirit—

Ezekiel 36:23-27—

How to be “born again”—Romans 3:23; Romans 6:23; Romans 5:8; Romans 10:9-10; Romans 10:13

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Easter, April 4, 2021

Text: Isaiah 53:3-5

Bible Reading: Romans 6:8-11 “Now if we died with Christ, we believe that we shall also live with Him, ⁹ knowing that Christ, having been raised from the dead, dies no more. Death no longer has dominion over Him. ¹⁰ For the death that He died, He died to sin once for all; but the life that He lives, He lives to God. ¹¹ Likewise you also, reckon yourselves to be dead indeed to sin, but alive to God in Christ Jesus our Lord.”

Text: Isaiah 53:3-5—

          700 years before the birth of Jesus, Isaiah prophesied about his birth and his death.

          Old Testament prophets wrote in the “prophetic perfect tense.”

Griefs & Sorrows—

          Genesis 3—When sin entered the world.

Psalm 107:20—God sent His Word” and healed & delivered them.

          When God sends His Word, things happen.

1 John 3:8—Jesus, the Word, came to destroy the works of the devil.

Mark 1:40-45—If you are willing; I AM willing.

John 10:10 “The thief’s purpose is to steal and kill and destroy. My purpose is to give them a rich and satisfying life.”

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Sunday, March 28, 2021

Bible Reading: Isaiah 53:4-5 “Surely He has borne our griefs and carried our sorrows; Yet we esteemed Him stricken, smitten by God, and afflicted.
⁵ But He was wounded for our transgressions, He was bruised for our iniquities; The chastisement for our peace was upon Him, and by His stripes we are healed.”

The Characters of Easter—Pilate

Text: Galatians 4-5

Backstory—

          How things worked–

          Pilates’ hatred of the Jews—Luke 13:1

          Sandredin’s hatred of Jesus—John 7:1; John 11:49

          Lies—Luke 23:1; Mark 12:15-17

Pilates’ attempts to set Jesus free—

          Physical abuse—John 19:4

          Sent him to Herod—Luke 23:6-12

          Barabbas—

                    A murderer—Acts 3:14

                    An insurrectionist—Mark 15:7

Pilates’ disillusionment—John 18:38 “What is truth?”