What is needed to reach the lost for Christ? What must every believer have to share the gospel? On Soul-Winning-Commitment Day, Dr. Kincl encourages the congregation to be persistent in our efforts to share Jesus with the world. Follow along in Luke 15:1-10.

Dr. Kincl begins a series of the “Hard Sayings of Jesus” with this difficult passage from Matthew chapter 5. What was Jesus REALLY saying when he told us to “turn the other cheek,” or “go the extra mile?” Listen closely as Dr. Kincl explains this hard saying of Jesus.

Forgiving isn’t easy! But we are never more like God than when we forgive. Listen as Dr. Kincl expounds upon this difficult teaching of scripture. We MUST Forgive! Follow along in Matthew 18:21-35.

Continuing on in the “We Must...” series, Dr. Kincl expounds on the priority of worship. Various Passages.

Dr. Kincl delves into some of the theology of the cross. Ever wondered about words like “justification,” “propitiation,” and “redemption?” Listen as Dr. Kincl makes a simple but profound explanation of the cross and its purposes. We must understand the cross! Romans 3:24-31

Dr. Kincl expounds on the objective and subjective nature of believing. Listen as he explains the answer to “what must I do to be saved,” in a clear and concise way from Romans 10:9-10 and James 4:6-10.

Nicodemus makes a visit to Immanuel Baptist Church and helps explain what it means to be born again!

Listen to Dr. Kincl’s message from Easter Sunday! The resurrection is an event that we will never forget! It is life-changing and brings great victory to believers! Follow along in Matthew 28.

Do you feel like the whole world is out to get you? Ever need a break? Need a fresh word from the Lord? Listen as Dr. Kincl t

Dr. Kincl discusses practical ways to get a vision for serving God.

Immanuel Baptist Church is a special church. God has richly blessed this church with growth and excitement! Dr. Kincl discusses Immanuel and our personal MISSION to accomplish while still on Earth. God is accomplishing that mission through his people and with the local church!

With Election Day looming large. Dr. Kincl delivers yet another timely message. Continuing in his “Vision” series, Pastor Rich posits that the key for America is for Christians to do their job as salt and light in our nation. Get a vision for your nation, and allow Dr. Kincl to guide you through some practical steps for doing so. Follow along in

Always practical, Dr. Kincl gives tremendous advice to EVERY believer about how to overcome sin in our lives. There are three truths to be acknowledged, and commitments to be made, but the result will be living a victorious life in Christ. Follow along in Romans 8.

Dr. Kincl shares seven important principles to victorious Christian living even when there is no one to stand with you. The familiar passage about David and Goliath is brought into new light in this powerful sermon. Follow along in 1 Samuel 17:40-51.

Dr. Kincl shares the secret to living like Jesus - it is through the power of the Holy Spirit! Follow along in Ephesians 5:15-20.

Have you ever wondered why the early church believed Jesus could return at any time? Do you live your life believing Jesus could come at any time? Why is it so important to live as though Jesus could return at any time? Dr. Kincl gives practical advice for preparing for the coming of Jesus, and our response to the possibility that he could return at any time.

Dr. Kincl offers advice on how to forgive others. By harboring unforgiveness in their hearts, Christians unknowingly miss out on God’s greatest blessings for their lives. Several reasons why a Christian ought to forgive are listed in this pragmatic sermon on acting like a Christian. The main text is Matt. 18:31-32.

In preparation for partaking of the Lord’s Supper, Dr. Kincl reminds the congregation of the death of Jesus Christ and what it means to us as believers. Various Scriptures.

What does it mean to be a Christian in America today? What are we called to do as believers? Can we change our country in the ballot box? With the election looming large, and having celebrated our country’s independence this weekend, Dr. Kincl brings a timely message on Christian Patriotism.

Dr. Kincl shares the importance of the word - the Truth of God in the spiritual growth of all believers. Listen as he discusses three spiritual stages. Take a moment and reflect on your own life spiritually as Dr. Kincl gives insight into how to grow spiritually.

Dr. Kincl provides practical filters for proper Biblical interpretation and application. What is the Bible saying? What does it mean? What does the Bible mean to me? In addition, Dr. Kincl lists the many things the Bible is good for and how we can all use this lesson to enrich our personal Spiritual Walk. As always, you’ll find Dr. Kincl’s teaching practical and appropriate for where you are. Follow along in

Dr. Kincl’s poignant illustration of the Berlin Wall helps believers tear down their own walls that are keeping them from proper fellowship with the Father. God has already torn the veil and allowed direct access for believers to Him, so why live with a “wall in your head?” Follow along in Ephesians 2:12-22.

Dr. Kincl shares the delicate balance or “mysterious paradox” that is our working out of our salvation and watching what God does in our lives. Are we to take a passive or active role in our sanctification? What energy goes into sanctification?

Dr. Kincl continues last week’s message series and delves into our surrender to God’s work in and THROUGH our lives as believers. Follow along in Philippians 2:12-13.

Brother Rich delves into God’s calling on our lives and also reemphasizes the vision for Immanuel Baptist Church.

Dr. Kincl talks about being connected to the vine and bearing fruit as a believer. Follow along in John 15:1-8 as he continues his sermon series on Vision.

Do you have a weak view or a strong view of the scriptures?  Do you love God’s word?  The Bible makes several supernatural claims about itself.  Have you developed a personal vision for your life that includes the Bible?  Dr. Kincl speaks to the vital role scripture plays in the life of a believer.  Selected passages.

With the scare on Wall Street and personal budgets feeling a pinch, Dr. Kincl delivers a timely message in his series on vision that gives practical suggestions for overcoming financially.

Praying in line with the will of God and spiritually “multi-tasking” are just two of the revolutionary concepts that Dr. Kincl discusses in this tremendous sermon on prayer and the content of our prayers for others and ourselves. Follow along in 2 Thessalonians 1:11-12.

This Memorial Day weekend, we remembered our heroes of this country who died serving it. As we remember those heroes, we also think of our spiritual heroes who still speak to us today. Follow along in Hebrews 11 as Dr. Kincl shares.

Dr. Kincl talks about three strategies of the adversary to attack the church. He uses several passages from Acts to demonstrate these strategies, and draws a parallel to our personal walk with Christ. Follow along in Acts.

With all that our heavenly father has done for us, what do we owe him? How can we show honor to our father? Listen as Dr. Kincl gives great insight into how to honor our Heavenly Father this weekend.

A tremendous lesson on restoring relationships the Biblical way. Dr. Kincl points to Joseph as an example of how we can mend relationships through the restoring power of God. Follow along in Gen. 45.

Good News! The gospel is good news to everyone. God has made a way for sinful men to enter into a right relationship with Him. Listen as Dr. Kincl shares the good news from this well-known passage in Romans 3.

Have you ever thought that a “deep” and “spiritual” Christian life is something almost unattainable? Have you ever heard people say they really want to “dig deep,” and get the spiritual MEAT of the Bible? Listen to Dr. Kincl’s take on what it means to have a deep walk with God. It’s NOT complicated...

If you have ever had questions about baptism, you NEED to listen to this message.  Dr. Kincl explains very clearly the definition, the meaning and the methods of baptism.  Unclear about sprinkling, and if you need to be baptized?  This is the message for you.  Selected passages.

Complete the statement above. What was your answer? Would you be happy with money? Power? Prestige? This world tries to tell us we are discontent. It is a NATURAL thing to be discontent. Listen as Dr. Kincl teaches us how to live supernaturally and rely on Christ’s sufficiency for everything in our lives.

Continuing in the “Hard Sayings of Jesus” series, Dr. Kincl delves into the difficult phrase: “It is easier for a camel to go through the eye of a needle, than for a rich man to enter into the kingdom of God.” Follow along in Mark 10:17-31.

While we typically do not podcast our Wednesday night sermons, this series on Financial Fundamentals is a “can’t miss” series for ALL Christian Americans. With the economy at the forefront of most everyone’s mind, how can we as believers better manage our money? Follow the extended sermon outline below and be prepared to take control of your financial situation with Biblical advice from Dr. Kincl.

This hard saying of Jesus is not difficult because Jesus said it was, rather over many years there have been so many different interpretations and variations on the Lord’s Supper that many have become confused about what this statement really means. Dr. Kincl very CLEARLY delineates what Immanuel Baptist Church believes and offers great insight into this scripture.

One of the hardest sayings of Jesus, and one that He said often is found in four different contexts in the gospels. The first shall be last, and the last shall be first. What does Jesus mean by this?

What if the worst thing could NEVER happen. Life would be much easier if we could be assured that the worst would never happen to us. Dr. Kincl shares about having true joy at Christmas despite uncertainty in the world around us. Follow along in Luke 2.

Rid your life of “passion-killers.” Get on the road to being passionate after GOD in the new year!

The second sermon in a series on the hard sayings of Jesus, “Lead Us Not Into Temptation,” is a sermon about the meaning of this tough phrase from what many call “the Lord’s Prayer.” Since we know that God does not tempt anyone (James 1:13), what is the Lord really teaching us to ask for when we pray this prayer? Follow along in Matthew 6:9-13.

As Christians, we have full access to the power of God through prayer.  Dr. Kincl reminds that God is predisposed to say yes to the prayers of his children, but He is not a "genie in a bottle."  We are more inclined to remember the times he has said "no" to us than the times he has answered our prayers with yes.  If you are looking for God to move a mountain in your life, this sermon is for you.  Follow along in Mat. 21:21 and Mark 11:23.

The final sermon in the series, "The Hard Sayings of Jesus," is all about the "unpardonable sin."  What is this unforgivable sin and why can't it be pardoned?  Who commits this sin?  Follow along in select passages: Matthew  12:31-32; Luke 12:10; Mark  3:28-29.

The beginning message in a series about the church, Dr. Kincl shares about the vitality of LEARNING for a growing church.  Based on the main passage of scripture that will be dissected all month, Acts 2:42-47, the Pastor shares from his heart about learning from the Bible and gives insight into its supernatural nature and sufficiency.  You'll want to listen closely to the nuance in some of Dr. Kincl's opening remarks as he points out with clarity the NECESSITY for each person to make it their goal to LEARN from whoever is teaching from the scriptures.

The early church was DEVOTED to fellowship.  In this second sermon in the series, "Immanuel: A 21st Century New Testament Church," Dr. Kincl talks about how the early church was a SHARING church.  Citing ten practical steps for any church to be devoted to fellowship, this sermon is a gold mine about church relations.  Follow along in Romans 12:9-21.

Continuing in his series on Immanuel: A 21st Century New Testament Church, Dr. Kincl reveals how Immanuel can be a church devoted to worship.  We must acknowledge God in everything and have the right attitude for worship.  Follow along in Acts 2:42-47 and Psalm 27.

Dr. Kincl shares the keys to being an effective minister to others.  Keying in on 2 Cor. 4:1-18, he reminds us that God has entrusted us as vessels to spread his glory and love with others.  Never lose heart as you minister to others' needs.

Based on the passage of scripture from Paul's famous sermon on Mars Hill, Dr. Kincl gives some practical advice on how to witness to the world.  Follow along in Acts 17:16-34.

Every Palm Sunday, Dr. Kincl does a dramatization of a Biblical character.  This year, he portrayed Pontious Pilate.  Enjoy this creative reflection on the greatest trial ever held.

We celebrate the greatest day in history every Easter Sunday!  Dr. Kincl shared from his heart that Easter is all about living forever.  Jesus is the focus of this message.  Follow along in John 11:25-26.

This is the first message in a series by Dr. Kincl entitled, "How to Be a Happy Christian."  God wants us to have joy in our lives, but he also wants us to be happy!  Follow along in selected passages:

Luke 12:15

1 Tim. 6:6-10

Matt. 25:14-15

Matt. 25:24-30

Phil. 4:11-13

Rev. 9:1-12

Ecc. 7:6

Dr. Kincl shares the secret of living a Spirit-filled life.  Reasearch has shown that Southern Baptists know least about God-the Holy Spirit in comparison to their knowledge of God-the Father and God-the Son.  You'll want to follow along in John 14:15-17.

Many church goers are familiar with Henry Blackaby's book, Experiencing God.  Based on that theme, Dr. Kincl reminds us that Christians who have a relationship with God they are truly happy.  Follow along in John 10:2-4, 14.

In this first-ever sermon by Dr. Kincl on "the poor," he shares God's heart for the poor. With a practical challenge for the church body at the end of this sermon, you will definitely want to listen and be challenged. Follow along in Matthew 25:31-46.

"How to Be a Happy Christian: A Life Filled with Praise"
Jeremiah 17:14c
I. Introduction
Acts 16:23-26

II. What is praise?

III. Praise is a ---lifestyle---.

IV. ---How--- do we praise?

Psalm 34:1-7

A. ---Personally----

B. ----Verbally---

C. ----Continually---

V. ---Why--- should I praise God?

A. It ---builds--- my faith.

B. It banishes my ---fears---.

C. My enemies will be ---beaten---.

D. God's ---favor--- will be bestowed.

E. My future will be ---bright---.

"How to be a Happy Christian: Keeping the Supernatural in Your Relationships"

I. Review
God focused
Spirit-filled
Experiencing God
Giving to the Least of These
A Life Filled with Praise

II. Introduction
Galatians 6:1-10

III. Ministering with ---Truth--- and ---Love---- (vv. 1-2)

A. Two things needed in a spiritual relationship
Ephesians 4:15
John 11: 20-36
B. Truth (Galatians 6:1)
1. ---When--- do you restore?

How to Be a Happy Christian: Get Connected
Hebrews 10:19-25
I. Review

II. The context of our connectedness (Heb. 10:19-21)

II. ----Boldly--- Connect
Luke 6:45
Hebrews 11:6

A. To ---God--- (Heb. 10:21-22)
B. By ---testifying--- (Heb. 10:23)
1 Thessalonians 5:24
C. With ---others---- (Heb. 10:24-25)
1. Friendships are ----difficult to form--- in our culture.
2. Our culture does not ---foster--- friendships.
3. What ----Jesus--- knows.

"How To Be a Happy Christian: Understanding your Citizenship"
Philippians 3:17-21
I. Review
God-centered Focus
Spirit-Filled Life
Experiencing God
Giving to the Least of These
A Life Filled with Praise
Keeping the Supernatural in Your Relationships
Get Connected

II. Citizenship
Philippians 3:17-21

III. A little bit about ----heaven----.

IV. We are under ---heaven's government----.
Acts 1:6-11

V. We have ---hope---.

"What is the Answer?" (PART 1)
Selected Proverbs
I. Introduction

II. Words of Wisdom
A. ---Fear--- God
Proverbs 1:7
Proverbs 9:10

You teach not only by what you say but by what you do

B. Guard your ----mind---.
Proverbs 3:3
Proverbs 4:23

C. ----Obey-- your parents.
Proverbs 4:10

D. Select your ---companions---.
Proverbs 1:10

"What is the Answer?"
Selected Proverbs

I. Introduction

II. Words of Wisdom
A. ---Fear--- God
Pro. 1:7
Pro. 9:10
You teach not only by what you say but by what you do

B. Guard your ----mind---.

Pro. 3:3
Pro. 4:23

C. ----Obey-- your parents.
Pro. 4:10

D. Select your ---companions---.
Pro. 1:10

E. Control your ---body---.
Pro. 6:20

F. Enjoy your ---wife---.
Pro. 5:15

G. Watch your ---words---.
Pro. 4:24

"Summer School: The Issues of Life"

Salvation

I. Introduction
Hebrews 1:1-3

II: Jesus is the ----incarnation--- of God.
Philippians 2:5-7
John 1:1-3

III. Jesus was born ---of a virgin---.
Galatians 4:4
Matthew 1:18

IV. Jesus is the Supreme ---Revelation----.
John 14:6

V. Jesus is the Prophet, ----Priest----, and King.

VI. Jesus is ----divine and human---.

"Summer School: The Issues of Life"

Faithfulness

I. Introduction

II. ---God--- is faithful
1 Corinthians 1:9
Psalm 36:5

A. God is faithful to ----save----.

B. God is faithful to ---keep---.

C. God is faithful to ---protect---.

D. God is faithful to ---forgive---.

III. ----You must---- be faithful.
2 Timothy 2:2
1 Corinthians 4:2

IV. God ----rewards the faithful-----.
Matthew 25:21

V. How can we become ---more faithful---?

"Summer School: The Vital Issues of Life"

The Church

Ephesians 1:3-14

I. Introduction
Ephesians 1:3-14

II. We have been:

A. Called --before---- (vv. 3-4a)

election

B. Called ---out--- (v.7)

redemption

C. Called ---from--- (v. 4b)

sanctification

D. Called ---to---- (v. 4)

identification

E. Called ---under--- (vv. 8-9)

revelation

F. Called ---with--- (v. 10)

unification

G. Called ---to glory--- (vv. 11-12)

"Summer School: The Vital Issues of Life - The Breaking of Bread"

I. The ---Old Covenant--- Meal
Exodus 24

II. The ---New Covenant--- Meal
1 Corinthians 11

III. The ---Lamb's Supper in heaven
Revelation 19

"Summer School: The Vital Issues of Life"
Family Wisdom

I. Introduction

II. Do NOT:

A. ---Baby---- your child.
Proverbs 29:21
Proverbs 1:8

B. Put your ---marriage---- last.
Proverbs 5:18-20

C. ---Push--- your kids into too many ---activities----.
Ecclesiastes 3:1

D. Be your child's ---best friend---.
Proverbs 19:18

E. Fail to give your child ---structure---.
Proverbs 29:18
Proverbs 29:15

F. Expect your child to ---fulfill your dreams---.
Proverbs 20:29

G. Ignore your ---spiritual life----.
Proverbs 21:3
Proverbs 21:2

"Summer School: The Vital Issues of Life" - Your Vocation
Ephesians 4:25-5:2

I. Work: How we look at it.
Ephesians 4:25-5:2

II. Work: The Christian ---work ethic---.
A. Work is the ---command--- of God.
Exodus 20:11

B. Work is the ---model established--- by God.

C. Work is part of the ---creation mandate--.

D. Work is a ----gift from-- God.

E. Work is to be done ---as if the boss was the Lord Himself--.

III. Work: The role of the Christian.

IV. Work: A Christian ---witness---.

Summer School: The Vital Issues of Life - Ministry
1 Corinthians 16:13-16

I. Introduction
1 Corinthians 16:13-16
Ephesians 4:12

II. The Qualities you have

A. Strong ---faith--- (v. 13)

B. Active ---love---- (vv. 14-16)

C. ---Redemptive--- purpose
Luke 19:10
2 Corinthians 5:18-19

III. Conclusion
1 Corinthians 14:26

Summer School: The Vital Issues of Life - Prayer
The Book of Daniel

I. Introduction

II. Power in Prayer

A. ---Confess the truth--- to God
Daniel 9:9

B. ---Live the truth--- of God
Daniel 9:13

C. ----Understand the truth--- of God
Daniel 9:21-23

D. ---Recognize the power--- of God
Daniel 10:7-14

III. Conclusion

I. Everybody has stress.
Some is good. Some is bad.

II. Categories of causes:

A. Our enslaving expectations about:
Possessions
Matthew 6:33

People
Hebrews 13:5

Performance
1 Tim. 6:6-8

B. God-produced stress
1 Peter 1:6-7
We are in training rather than in trouble

C. God-allowed stress
l Cor. 10:13
God only allows into my life what I can bear.

III. How can God use it?
Acts 27:1 - 28:10

A. Get rid of excess cargo.
Acts 27:18-19
Get rid of it before it sinks you.

B. Get busy with important things
Acts 27:22-24

"Three Dynamics Which Will Change Your Life"
Dynamic Worship
1 Samuel 4:1-22

I. Introduction
Dynamic Worship
Relevant Small Group Bible Study
Intentional Outreach

II. A time God did not show up....----and the reasons why---.

A. Men were not ---listening to God---
1 Samuel 4:1-3
1 Samuel 4:3-8

B. When our hearts are ----far from God---.

C. Our ---enemies are emboldened----.
1 Samuel 4:9-11
1 Samuel 4:12-22

D. Why did the glory depart?

III. Practical Application

A. We must:

1. Learn how to ---worship--.

Three Dynamics Which Will Change Your Life
Selected Scriptures

I. Introduction
Dynamic Worship
Relevant Small Group Bible Study
Intentional Outreach

II. The Three Dimensions

A. Bible Study
Hebrews 4:12

1. It is --living---.

2. It is ---surgically sharp---.

3. It ---pierces---.
Psalm 19:7-11

4. It is a ---discerner---.

B. Small Groups

1. The Top Ten

C. Relevance
2 Timothy 3:15-16

III. Conclusion

"Three Dynamics Which Will Change Your Life"
Intentional Outreach
2 Timothy 1:11-18

I. Introduction
Dynamic Worship
Relevant Small Group Bible Study
Intentional Outreach
2 Timothy 1:11-18

II. How God ---Trusts---- Us.

A. God trusts us to ----share--- the Good News of Christ with others.

B. God wants us to be ----unashamed--- of the Good News.

C. God trusts us to ---preserve the integrity--- of the Good News.

III. How We Trust God

A. We trust God with the ---results--- of our outreach.

"Fear Not"
Mark 5:36b

I. Introduction
Mark 5:35-43

II. Two kinds of fear

A. ---Good---.

B. ---Bad-----.

III. You must acknowledge:

A. You are not ----perfect----.
2 Corinthians 4:7
Matthew 26:41

B. You are not ---alone---.
2 Corinthians 4:8-9

C. God does not want you to be ---fearful---.
2 Timothy 1:7

1. The spirit of ---power--- overcomes fear.

2. The spirit of ---love--- overcomes fear.

3. The spirit of ---self-discipline--- overcomes fear.

IV. Conclusion

"Fear Not: The Future"
Matthew 6:25-34

I. Introduction

Matthew 6:25-34

Worry is a sin!

II. Jesus says:

A. Worry is ---unfaithful--- because of your Lord (v. 25)

Purpose!

B. Worry is ---unnecessary--- because of your Father (vv. 26-30)
Psalm 23

Provision!

C. Worry is ---unreasonable--- because of your faith. (vv. 31-33)
Haggai 1: 3-9

Priority!

D. Worry is ---unwise--- because of your future. (v. 34)
Luke 12:32

Pleasure!

III. Conclusion

"Fear Not: Failure"

I. Introduction

II. Four Ways to Overcome Your Fear of Failure

A. Remember ---everyone fails---.

Exodus 2:11-15b

B. Realize that failure is not ---final---.

Exodus 3:1-10

C. Recognize the ---benefits--- of failure.

1. Failure ---educates--- us.

2. Failure makes us less ----judgmental----.

D. Replace your fear with ---faith in God---.

Exodus 3:11-15

Exodus 4:1-17

Romans 4:20b-21

III. Conclusion

"Fear Not: Rejection"
Daniel 5
1 Corinthians 4:1-4

I. Introduction
No one wants to be rejected.
Facing rejection is not easy.

II. The ability to face rejection and overcome fear

A. Understand what it is that will be ---measured---.

1. There are lots of ways to fail to measure up.

2. What really ---counts--.
1 Corinthians 4:1

B. Understand ---how--- you will be measured.
1 Corinthians 4:2

1. It is not about being ---successful---.
It is not about us....it is all about God!

C. Understand the importance of the ----Person--- doing the measuring!

"Fear Not: Personal Revival"

I. Introduction

II. The ---Problems--- we face

III. What We ---Need to Do---:
Jeremiah 6:13-17

A. Consider the ---cross---.

B. Act on the ---meaning-- of the cross.

1. God's --holiness--.

2. Total ----dedication---.

3. ----Holy Spirit---- power

4. The ---blood of Jesus---.

The Sending Church
Acts 13:1-4

I. A Sending Church must be a Seeking Church

II. A Sending Church must be a Listening Church

III. A Sending Church must be a Heeding Church

"Fear Not: Death"

I. Introduction

II. Four things You Need to Know ---about Death---.

A. Death will ---come to you some day---.

B. Death will take you to ---one of two locations---:

Warning people about hell is the most loving thing you can do.

C. How to get to ---heaven when you die---.
Ephesians 2:8-9
Acts 4:12
John 14:6

D. Fear Not: Death has been ---defeated by Christ
Hebrews 2:14-15

IV. Practical Application
Philippians 1:21-24
2 Timothy 1:7

"The One Hundred Dollar Word"

I. Introduction
Ephesians 5:19-20
1 Thessalonians 5:16-18

II. Three attitudes which ---steal away--- our gratitude.

A. ---Pride---

B. ---A critical spirit---

C. --Carelessness----

III. Three things the Bible says about ---thanksgiving---.

A. Thanksgiving should be ---expressed---.

B. Thanksgiving should be ---expansive---.

C. Thanksgiving is ---expected----.

IV. Conclusion

"Advent is Hope"

I. Introduction

II. Jesus is....
Isaiah 9:2-7

A. Wonderful ---Counselor----

B ----Mighty--- God

C. Everlasting ---Father---.

D. Prince of ---Peace----.

III. Because of Jesus....
1 John 5:11-12

A. We know ---what God is like---.
Colossians 1:15-16

B. Our ---sins are forgiven---.
John 3:16-17

C. We have ---hope of heaven---.
1 Corinthians 15:19

IV. Jesus gives us ---hope---.
1 Peter 1:3-9

V. Practical Application

"Advent is Peace"

I. Introduction

II. The ---Source--- of True Peace.
Matthew 11:28-30
Isaiah 26:3

III. The ---Secret--- of True Peace.
Isaiah 60:17
Psalm 85:8-10
Isaiah 48:22
James 4:1-2

IV. Practical Application

A. Strategies for living in the peace of God:

1. ---Trust--- God completely.

2. ---Follow--- God obediently.

3. ----Know Him---- intimately.

"Advent is Love"

I. introduction
1 John 4:9-11

II. Three ways to Measure the value of God's gift to you:

A. God's gift to you is measured by its ----usefulness--- (v. 9)
Ephesians 1:4
Matthew 25:21

B. God's gift to you is measured by its ---cost--- (v. 10)

C. God's gift to you is measured by its ---effectiveness---. (v. 11)
Matthew 5:14-16

"Advent is Joy"
John 15:1-11

I.  Introduction

II.  How to Have Christmas Joy all Year long

    John 15:1-11

 A.  You must understand ---your place---  (v. 1)

       1.  Jesus implies there are ---other vines---.

       2.  Jesus is telling  ---saved people--- have to have joy.

       3.  We are ---branches----.

 B.  You must submit to God's ---pruning work in your life----.   (vv. 2-3)

       1.  Prune

       2.  We do not always recognize ---sin in our lives---.

       3.  We are pruned so that God  will ---receive glory---.

John 1

Ten Weeks of Spiritual Renewal: #1 "Fear Not: Only Believe" 2010

Proverbs 3:1-32

TEN STEPS TO SPIRITUAL RENEWAL #2:

"Bringing People to Jesus"

Mark 2:1-11

I. Introduction

II. Lessons from Jesus

A. ---Hurting---

Mark 2:1-11

B. ----Hearts----

1. ---compassion---

Matthew 9:35-38

2. ----conviction----

3. ---concentration----

4. ----creativity---

5. ---cooperation----

Ephesians 6:12

C. -----Hindrances----

D. ----Healer----

III. Practical Application

Ten Steps To Spiritual Renewal

#3: Doctrine: Right Belief, Right Thinking, Right Living

I. Introduction

II. Principles of Sound Doctrine

Jude 3

2 Timothy 3:13-15

A. ---Beware---

Eph 4:14-15

1 John 4:1

B. ---Know--- the Word.

C. Know the ---heart of God----.

D. Be ---balanced----.

1 John 1:1-3

Acts 17:11

III. Focus

Ten Steps To Spiritual Renewal

#4:   "The One Thing"

Daniel 9:1-19

I.  Introduction

II.  The Key:  ----Prayer---.

A.  The ----Devotion----.

Ten Weeks To Spiritual Renewal
#5:  The Rod of God
Exodus 4:1-12 

I.  Introduction

Exodus 4:1-12

Ten Weeks of Spiritual Renewal   

#6 The Ordinances: Baptism and The Lord’s Supper

I. Introduction

 Ten Steps To Spiritual Renewal

#7:  The Temple of God

1 Corinthians 6:19-20

Ten Steps to Spiritual Renewal
#8: "Friendship"
John 15:9-17

I. Introduction
John 15:9-17

II. Symbol: The ----Cross---

A. The symbol of friendship (v. 13)

B. The symbol of ----life---. (v. 16)

C. The symbol of what Jesus ----desires for us--- (v. 12; v. 17)
John 13:35

1. Be a ---friend----
Proverbs 18:24a

To be a friend...to really love...you must know the One who is love.....God.

2. Seek to ---serve--- rather than to ----be served----.

Ten Steps To Spiritual Renewal
#9: Unlocking the Door
John 13:1-20

I. Introduction
Romans 12:2-3

II. What you Need to Know

A. Know ---who you are in God---.
Ephesians 1:4-5
Ephesians 2:7-10
John 13:3

Things are not always as they appear.

1. What did Jesus know?

a. The Father had put ---all things under His power---.

b. Jesus knew His ---commission---.

c. Jesus knew ---where He was going---.

B. Know who you are ---serving---.
Hebrews 12:1-3

Ten Steps to Spiritual Renewal
#10: Fear Not: Only Believe
Mark 9:14-29

I. Introduction
Mark 9:14-29

II. The Condition

III. The Opportunity

A. The ---powerlessness of unbelief---.

B. The power of ---faith in Jesus---.

C. The Relationship between......

IV. Practical Application

A. What did Jesus ----say---?

Faith must express itself.

B. What will ----expressed faith--- require?

---Belief---

----conviction and repentance---

---follow through----

 "The God of This City"
Isaiah 41:17-20

I. Introduction
Isaiah 41:17-20

II.  Dream Night III questions:

A.  Are we ---ready---?  (v. 17)

The Resurrection:  Satisfying the Longings of Your Heart
1 Corinthians 15:12-20

I.  Introduction
1 Corinthians 15:12-20

II.  What God has done for you

A.  We are ----forgiven of our sins----.  (v. 17)

Understanding Who I Am:  Changing Me
Philippians 2:12-13

I. How God changes us

Philippians 2:12-13

II. ---God's---- Part

The Three Tools He uses:

A.  ---Bible---
2 Timothy  3:16-17

B.  ---Holy Spirit-----
2 Corinthians 3:18

C.  ---Circumstances----
Romans 8:28-29

III.    ----My----   Part

Three choices that help me change:

A.  I can choose what I ----think about---.
Proverbs 4:23
Ephesians 4:23-24

Understanding Who You Are:  The Four Keys to Changing a Relationship
Philippians 1:3-11

I. Introduction
Philippians 1:3-11

II.  The Four Keys

A.  Be grateful for the ---good in people---.  (v. 3)
Nugget:  Remember the best, forget the rest

Understanding Who I Am:  Discovering Joy
Philippians 1:12-26

I. Introduction
Philippians 1:12-26

II.  The Four Requisites

A.  I need a ---perspective---- to live from.
Romans 8:28

Understanding Who I Am:  My Response to the Lord's Supper
1 Corinthians 11:23-33

I.  Introduction
1 Corinthians 11:23-33

II.  Your Response

A.  Expression  (v. 24)

B.  ---Explanation----  (v. 26)

Understanding Who I am:  Ensuring Unity
Philippians 2:1-8

I. Introduction
Philippians 2:1-8

II. Take Five Steps

A.  Diffuse  ---competition----. (v. 3a)
James 4:1-2
First cause of conflict:  competing desires.

Understanding Who I Am:  Living Positively in a Negative World
Philippians 2:14-15

I.  Introduction
Philippians 2:14-15

II. The Bible says:

A.  There are four types of ---complainers---:

 The Road You Will Travel
Daniel 2:20-22

I.  Introduction
Daniel 2:20-22

II.  Three things you must do

A.  Decide ---now---.

B.  Make the ---right friends---.

Understanding Who I Am:  Breaking Out of the Routine
Philippians 3:1-11

I.  introduction
Philippians 3:1-11

II.  The safeguards:

A.  Resist  ---legalistic attitudes----.  (vv. 2-3)

Five examples of legalism

Preaching Jesus
Acts 3:12-18

I.  The Name

A.  Some

B. The Only One

C.  The Two Questions

II.  The Names of Jesus

Understanding Who I Am:  Discovering and Following the Biblical Pattern for Success
Philippians 3:12-21

I. Introduction

II. Keys to Being a Success

A.  Evaluation:  Face ---my Faults---   (vv. 12-13)

Repentance
Acts 3:19-26

I.  Calling sinners to repentance

A.  Old Testament

B. New Testament

C.  Definition
Matthew 3:6-8
Acts 3:19-26

II.  The Four Prompters

Understanding Who I Am:  The Hardest Commandment to Keep
Philippians 4:4-8

I.  Introduction
Philippians 4:4-8

II.  Four Steps:  How to Manage Stress

Repentance
Acts 3:19-26

I.   Calling Sinners to Repentance

II.  The Four Prompters

III.  The Results

A.  God will ---forgive their sin---.  (v. 19b

B.  The ---kingdom--- will come.  (v. 19c)

 Understanding Who I Am:  Learning Contentment

Philippians 4:10-13

I.  Introduction

II.   Four lessons to Learn
Philippians 4:10-13

A.  Avoid ----comparisons---.  (v. 11b)
1 Timothy 6:6-8

Persecution
Acts 4:1-31

I.  Introduction

II. The Persecution manifest  (vv. 1-4)

Acts 4:1-4

A.  The authorities disturbed:

1.

2.

What the World Needs Today
2 Timothy 1:6-7

I.  The---- laying on of hands--- for deacons

II.  The Gift of God
2 Timothy 1:6-7

A.  What this does not mean:

B.  The gift of your   -touching---

Church with a Choice
Deuteronomy 30:11-20

I. Revelation of God’s Will v.11-14

God WANTS you to know!

John 1:1-2,14

II. Requirements to Follow God’s Will v. 16a

A. Love the Lord your God

1. Pursued by God 1 John 4:19

2. Personal John 14:21b

3. Powerful John 15:5

4. Permanent Romans 8:38-39

5. Pleasurable Revelation 2:4

Are you in love with God? Does being with Him bring joy to your heart?

B. Walk with God Psalm 63:1-6

Could you graciously pass the salt?

Question of the Night: How can YOU change YOUR world?

Colossians 4:2-6

1.) Be ___devoted__ to prayer. (vs.2-3)

2) Be ____clear___ in speech. (vs.3-4)
John 14:6 NIV

3) Be _____ready__ in action.
Matt. 5:13

The Four Big Questions
#1: What Do I Do Now?
Lamentations

I. Introduction

II. You Need to do Four Things

A. Focus your attention ---on God---.
Lamentations 3:28-29
Matthew 6:6

B. Ask God to ---remove your fears---.
Lamentations 3:55-57

The three antidotes to fear:

1. ---truth---

2. ---love---

3. ----faith----
Psalm 34:4

C. Believe God will ---restore--- you.
Lamentations 5:21
Psalm 27:13

1. Three things you should never do in a tragedy:

Persecution
Acts 4:1-31

III.  Seven Principles for handling persecution.

1.  Be ---submissive---  (vv. 5-7)
1 Peter 2:19-20

2.  Be ---filled with the Spirit---.  (v. 8a)

The Four Big Questions
#2:  How do I Know When it is Really Right?

I.  Introduction

II.  The Seven Tests

A.  Does it ---agree with the Bible----?
Luke 21:33

The Four Big Questions
#3:  "How Can I Get out of this Financial Mess?"

I. Introduction
Luke 16:11

II.  Financial Freedom Principles

A.  Keep good ---records---.       ______________
Proverbs 27:23-24
Proverbs 23:23