Category: Worship Service

Preacher: Jeremy Herbert Text: Colossians 2 Theme: How Do I Live In Christ’s Victory? Notes: Because we are united with Christ, we share in His victory Because of Christ’s vicarious sacrifice, we are not only declared “not-guilty”, but declared to be righteous –because Christ’s righteousness is imputed to us Trust the supremacy of Christ Colossians …

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Preacher: Jeremy Herbert Text: Acts 25-26, 1 Peter 3 Theme: Dealing with Doubters and Skeptics Notes: Godly Examples A committed life 1 Peter 3:13-15, “sanctify the Lord in your hearts” Exodus 20, “You shall have no other gods before [besides] me” Is Christ Lord of your finances? Is Christ Lord of your time? Is Christ …

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Preacher: Jeremy Herbert Text: Acts 26:1-32 Theme: Dealing with Doubters and Skeptics Notes: Matthew 7:14, “For the gate is narrow and the way is hard that leads to life and  those who find it are few.” Doubters and skeptics needs to see a changed life coupled with a courageous witness. Some reasons for skepticism People …

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Preacher: Jeremy Herbert Text: Acts 25: Theme: Understanding the Mind of People-Pleasers Notes: The Mind of People-Pleasers “…the fear of man is a snare, whoever trusts in the Lord will be saved.” They desire and value man’s opinion over God’s opinion They fear man’s displeasure rather than the displeasure of God They are trying to …

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Preacher: Jeremy Herbert Text: Acts 25 Theme: Understanding the Mind of People-Pleasers Notes: People-Pleasers They are trying to find something in people that can only be found in God They please people so they can ultimately please themselves   What Are They Looking For? Satisfaction Not in itself wrong Can be wrong when we want …

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Preacher: Jeremy Herbert Text: Acts 24 Theme: The gospel demands urgent action because time is limited and the enemy is fighting against us. Notes: Don’t mistake God’s mercy, compassion, and patience for God being unwilling to judge sin. The Mind of a Gospel Proclaimer They maintain composure by being calm, kind, and constructive Calm vs. …

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Preacher: Jeremy Herbert Text: Hebrews 1 Theme: Jesus Christ fulfills all three roles of Prophet, Priest, and King Notes: Prophet: receives God’s word and gives it to the people Priest: intercedes for the people King: leads the people Christ is God’s word of Revelation God speaks TO people THROUGH people We cannot know God apart …

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Preacher: Jeremy Herbert Text: Acts:21:26-40 Theme: Christ gives us 5 essential elements to witness well in dark days Notes: 5 Essential Elements Christ gives us compassion Our motives our seen in our responses to our critics A right heart produces the right motives, which will produce the right actions Ephesians 4:26-27 Do not allow righteous …

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Preacher: Jeremy Herbert Text: Galatians 6:1-5 Theme: Peacemakers Follow A Biblical Pattern to Resolve Conflict Notes: I.     Motivation: How do I Glorify God and do good in this situation? Our motives and methods must be biblical in order to glorify God and do good to others.    II.     Examination: How can I show Jesus’ transforming work by taking responsibility for my …

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Preacher: Jeremy Herbert Text: Micah 6, Hebrews 12, Ephesians 2 Theme: Peacemakers respond well to conflict so that God’s purposes are accomplished Notes: Responses to Conflict Some people run: escape, denial, separation, suicide Some people rage: verbal, physical, legal attacks Some people seek reconciliation: overlooking offenses, negotiation, mediation, arbitration, and accountability   Conflict is inevitable–therefore …

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