Sermons from October 2018
Faith When the Writing is on the Wall
In the well-known story of Belshazzar’s feast from Daniel 5:1-31, a mysterious hand appears with writing on the wall. No one can discern the message, until Daniel is brought forth with a response from God. Daniel lives out his faith even when he has been largely forgotten, and the one moment his message is heard is now one of judgment. Sermon Outline “Daniel answered the king, ‘You may keep your gifts for yourself and give your rewards to someone else. Nevertheless,…
Multiply: The ‘Factors’ of the ‘Product’
The closing weekend of MissionsFest with a message from Senior Pastor Matt Erickson SERMON OUTLINE “For the earth will be filled with the knowledge of the glory of the Lord as the waters cover the sea.” (Habakkuk 2:14) The ‘Product’ earth filled knowledge of God’s glory An Aside on Being “Witnesses” Three Key ‘Factors’ of the ‘Product’ ____________________________ to Christ (Seed) One-time Daily ____________________________ like Christ (Roots) Christ’s character in us Christ’s character from us ____________________________ with Christ (Fruits) Proclaiming…
Multiply
The opening weekend of our 2018 MissionsFest with Dr. Paul “Bobby” Gupta from the Hindustan Bible Institute in Chennai, India.
Faith Speaking Truth to Power
In Daniel 4:1-37, Nebuchadnezzar has a dream and Daniel interprets it truthfully. Nebuchadnezzar’s pride threatens to undo him, and Daniel speaks of that reality. When it comes to pass, even Nebuchadnezzar humbles himself before God. Sermon Outline “How great are his signs, how mighty his wonders! His kingdom is an eternal kingdom; his dominion endures from generation to generation.” (Daniel 4:3) A Terrifying Ruler Left Terrified (Daniel 4:1-7) A Confusing Dream with a Confounding Interpretation (Daniel 4:8-27) A Self-Centered King…