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“I Believe in Jesus Christ, His only Son, our Lord”
This series walks through the Apostles Creed as a basic summary of our faith but also as a way to live our faith out with God in the world. Each weekend of this series will explore the biblical and theological roots of the Apostles Creed, while also providing specific spiritual practices and approaches to living out what we know as we ‘proclaim and embody’ the Creed in our daily lives. This week focuses on the phrase, “I Believe in Jesus Christ,…
“I Believe in God the Father Almighty, Creator of Heaven and Earth”
This series walks through the Apostles Creed as a basic summary of our faith but also as a way to live our faith out with God in the world. Each weekend of this series will explore the biblical and theological roots of the Apostles Creed, while also providing specific spiritual practices and approaches to living out what we know as we ‘proclaim and embody’ the Creed in our daily lives. This week focuses on the phrase, “I Believe in God…
The Great Commission
This message will explore Jesus’ great commission for disciple-making. (Matthew 28:16-20) SERMON OUTLINE “Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, and teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you. And surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age.” (Matthew 28:19-20) A Return (28:16) 11 apostles (the 12 minus Judas) Leaving Jerusalem A return to where everything…
Sheep and Goats
This message explores the parable of the sheep and the goats from Matthew 25:31-46. SERMON OUTLINE “The King will reply, ‘Truly I tell you, whatever you did for one of the least of these, you did for me.’” (Matthew 25:40) The Meaning of Maranatha Watchword of Early Christians Jesus’ 2nd Coming and Last Judgment Jesus’ Parable of the Sheep and Goats Who are the sheep and the goats? On what basis are people sent to heaven or hell? The “Big…
Stewards of the Kingdom
This message from Matthew 25:14-30 explores Jesus’ parable of the talents. SERMON OUTLINE Be excited about Jesus’ return Know what Jesus teaches by reading His word You cannot live off of someone else’s talents Surrender your talents to Christ and be ready for Him DISCUSSION QUESTIONS When you think of Jesus’ return, what emotions do you feel? What talents and abilities do you know that God has given you? Are there times where you have used those abilities for your…
Keep Your Lamps Lit
This message will explore Jesus’ parable of the ten virgins from Matthew 25:1-13. SERMON OUTLINE “Therefore keep watch, because you do not know on what day or the hour.” (Matthew 25:13) “At that time the kingdom of heaven will be like…” (25:1) That time and Jesus’ coming (parousia) The kingdom of heaven An Overview of the Parable (25:1-12) The setting of the wedding and anticipation of meeting the bridegroom (1-2) The two categories of young women: foolish without oil &…
The Unknown Hour
This message will focus on Jesus’ teaching about no one knowing the day and the hour of the end. (Matthew 24:36-51) SERMON OUTLINE “Therefore keep watch, because you do not know on what day your Lord will come.” (Matthew 24:42) The Unknown Hour of Jesus’ Coming (24:36-41) The nature of Jesus’“coming” (parousia) The timing is unknown It will catch people unaware: Like in Noah’s day Like those interrupted in their work Disciples Keep Watch and Are Ready (24:42-44) Like a…
Opening the Book on Prayer: Learning to Pray with the Psalms
The psalms are sometimes called the prayerbook of the Bible. As a vital part of God’s word, they teach us how to hear God and respond to God in prayer. The psalms bring together these two powerful resources—Scripture and prayer—that help us, like two wings moving together, to rise up in spiritual life. Join this Leadership Community gathering for an interactive exploration of learning to pray with the book of Psalms.
Signposts at the End
This message will focus on Jesus’ teaching about the signs of the end of the age. (Matthew 24:1-35) SERMON OUTLINE “As Jesus was sitting on the Mount of Olives, the disciples came to him privately. ‘Tell us…when will this happen, and what will be the sign of your coming and of the end of the age?” (Matthew 24:3) Two Questions from Jesus’ Disciples (24:1-3) The situation Two questions: When will this [the destruction of the Jerusalem Temple] happen? What will…
The End is Beginning
An Easter Sunday message on the power of the resurrection. (Matthew 28:1-15) SERMON OUTLINE “The angel said to the women, ‘Do not be afraid.’” (Matthew 28:5) Don’t Be Afraid: the night is dark, but a new day has dawned (28:1-4) The dawn of the new sabbath The women walking The earth quaking The angel appearing Don’t Be Afraid: death is terrible, but Jesus is risen (28:5-7) Jesus was crucified Jesus was buried Jesus is risen Don’t Be Afraid: we may…
Lavish Your Love on Jesus
Palm Sunday at Eastbrook Church 2022, the conclusion of our “Scandalous Jesus” Lenten Sermon Series. (Matthew 26:1-16) Sermon Outline ‘When she poured this perfume on my body, she did it to prepare me for burial. Truly I tell you, wherever this gospel is preached throughout the world, what she has done will also be told, in memory of her.” (Matthew 26:12-13) The Chief Priest and Elders of the people plotted to kill Jesus instead of lavishing their love on Him…
The Woes of the Religiously Misguided
We explore the seven woes that Jesus speaks against the religious establishment and Jerusalem itself. (Matthew 23:1-38) Sermon Outline “So you must be careful to do everything they tell you. But do not do what they do, for they do not practice what they preach.” (Matthew 23:3) Three Critiques of Teachers of the Law and the Pharisees (23:1-6) They are inconsistent (23:3) They burden people (23:4) They are concerned with appearances and reputation (23:5-6) A Contrast for Jesus’ Disciples (23:8-12)…