Sermon/Teaching Topics

Current Sermon and teaching topics

Current Sermon Topic:

John

We are about to embark on a discovery tour of the Gospel of John. Whereas the other gospels are synoptic in nature (they tend to cover the same events and teachings as well as Kingdom of Heaven parables), John is very different. The other three gospels emphasize Jesus’ kingship, servanthood, and humanity. John is focused on the divinity of Jesus Christ. John has lots of sevens in his gospel: the seven “I Ams” of Christ, the seven “I wills” of Christ, seven signs of His divinity, and seven different titles (in Chapter 1 alone!). Roughly 90% of the Gospel of John is unique as compared to the other three gospels with an emphasis on the divine acts of Jesus and deeper teachings as opposed to the parable style of teachings found in the other three gospels. John has a clearly stated purpose where the other gospels do not: “And many other signs truly did Jesus in the presence of his disciples, which are not written in this book: But these are written, that ye might believe that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of God; and that believing ye might have life through his name” (John 20:30-31). John was the youngest apostle chosen and the oldest at death (and of natural causes while exiled on Patmos Island). Come join us on Sunday mornings as we travel through this amazing book in the Bible and see the Lord Jesus Christ through the eyes of Apostle John.

Church-Wide Sunday School Bible Study:

Old Testament Survey

In Sunday school we are now doing a research and study on the Old Testament in the form of an Old Testament Survey class. Ever wonder where we got our English Bible? How about all the main doctrines we now espouse to be God’s Truth? Where did they come from? What is the difference between historical, poetical, and prophetical books in the Bible? What are the main themes and key verses in each of the sixty-six books we have in our Bibles today? Is it true that Christ can be seen in every book of the Bible? What are the timelines of the various kings, judges, prophets, and notable events that are depicted in the Bible and across history? Come and join us for this exciting review of the Old Testament each Sunday morning.

Wednesday Night Study:

James

The Epistle of James is a letter is a letter in the New Testament attributed to James, the half-brother of Jesus, and the de facto leader of the first Christian Council at Jerusalem. It is aimed mainly toward Jewish Christians. It emphasizes true faith, but a faith that is demonstrated through works. With an emphasis on faith producing works, and not works that create faith, James also addresses ethical living and care for the poor, highlighting the need for compassion and justice, dealing with believer’s pride, favoritism, and the importance of perseverance in trials. James also encourages the value of wisdom, particularly in the face of life’s challenges and trials. It teaches that trials can lead to spiritual growth and maturity. James also has much to say about the tongue, speaking grace one moment and spewing hate the next. James adds insight into patience and prayer in our lives.