Sermons on humility

THE PROMISE OF DIVINE PEACE

Philippians 4:4-9 In this first sermon in our new series on the Promises of God, Pastor Mark preaches on divine peace from God.  We learn that this peace does not necessarily mean an absence of conflict, but an inner sense of harmony/wholeness.  God is the only SOURCE of true peace.  We learn that the enemy…

RULES OF ENGAGEMENT

Titus 3:1-8 How do we respond to increasing hostility on the part of the culture towards Christianity?  In this passage, Christians are reminded to (1) Remember Who They Are and to (2) Remember Where They Have Come From.  As those who carry the name of Christ, we are to be ready and willing to extend…

ATTRACTIVE CHRISTIANITY (Part 2)

Titus 2:9-10 In this sermon in our study on the book of Titus, Pastor Mark preaches on how we are to act as believers in very difficult circumstances.  In the text, we see the attitude of the believer should be one that exercises Christian Humility, exhibits Christlike Charity, and exhibits Christlike Integrity. Note:  We apologize…

FOUNDATIONS: FAITHFUL MINISTRY

Romans 12:1-13 In this sermon, Pastor Mark teaches us that the only response to receiving grace as a believer, is absolute surrender to God and His Church.  We learn from the text, that the life of self-sacrifice consists of the Grace of Humility, the Grace of Spiritual Ability, and the Grace of Christian Charity (Love). …

STEPS TOWARD SURRENDER

Learning to do God’s Will, God’s Way Exodus 2:11-22 In this sermon, Pastor Mark shares 3 steps that we see in Moses’ life, before the Lord used him greatly.  We learn God enables us to respond to His call, God breaks us of self-confidence, and God enrolls us in His school of contentment.  In the…

STRENGTH FOR THE POWERLESS

Psalm 94 In this final sermon in our series, Learning Language of Prayer, Pastor Mark examines Psalm 94.  What do we do when we are mistreated, specifically because of our identity in Christ?  We see from the text that we must bring our grievance to God, consider the folly of the foolish, and provide reassurance…

LIVING IN A CULTURE OF CHRIST’S SPIRIT

Guest Speaker:  Jonathan Robinson Galatians 5:15-26 In this passage, we see a clear contrast of our nature (our flesh) compared to God’s nature (the Spirit).  Jonathan Robinson brings out some practical rhythms to grow our relationship with God.  We find these rhythms are meant to be practiced in community as a local Church.  Are you…

SPIRIT EMPOWERED PRAYER (PART 2)

Luke 11:1-4 In this second part of our message on Spirit Empowered Prayer, we learn that God desires that we daily look to Him to meet our physical needs and our spiritual needs.  We discover that we need daily grace to maintain harmony in our relationship with God, as well as our relationships with others,…

THE GOD WHO SEES US

Luke 1:26-38, 46-55 In this second sermon in our Advent series entitled, “God’s Love Story”, we learn that God sees us, no matter how insignificant our circumstances by the world’s standards.  We discover two lessons from Mary’s life in Luke 1:  God befriends the lowly, and God blesses the lowly.  It is not the high…