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Paul continues his journey to Rome being used by God mightily along the way and, according to Church tradition, planting churches everywhere he went. And as we wrap up the Book of Acts, we are reminded that most of the time, the glorious truth of the good God is doing in each of us will only be revealed over time.…
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Sermon Outline:1. Devotion to Christ is Beautiful and costly2. Devotion to Christ is disgusting to those who are not born again3. God makes sure that His Son would be sacrificed as Passover LambFamily Discussion Questions:What time of year was it in Israel for the event of this passage?Why did the chief priests not want Jesus to be killed at this t…
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Many know the story of Peter’s denial of Jesus 3 times before the rooster crowed. But this week, we got to reflect on this story more deeply. Before denying Jesus, Peter had been eager & even courageous as a disciple. But all of us, like Peter, are vulnerable to things that we love more than we love Jesus — and so we falter and fail to identify wit…
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The final scene in the book of Acts doesn’t appear to be all that inspiring. The Apostle Paul is under house arrest in Rome. He’s allowed visitors, but he isn’t allowed to travel anywhere. But that’s OK. Because placing an Apostle under house arrest cannot stop the Kingdom of God from advancing.Από τον Gospel City Church
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Jesus said that He came to give His followers abundant life. But none of us are magically transported into this blessing once we become a Christian. We need to follow Jesus by faith, through obstacles that stand in the way of us experiencing the quality of life that our Lord came to give us.Από τον Gospel City Church
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Sermon Outline:1. Christ's Bride will certainly be gathered from all corners of creation2. Every generation of the church, from the first to last, will see Christ's Words fulfilled3. The Church must be ready to meet the LordFamily Discussion Questions:1. What is the difference between how Jesus came the first time to how he will come the second tim…
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The Lord's Supper was instituted by Jesus as a way to help us remember. We remember the past - how Jesus suffered for our sins; we remember the present - that even in our fallen human nature, God continually guides us and continues to be faithful to us; and we remember the future - that Christ will come again, he will restore all things and we will…
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Betrayal and death — why did Jesus face such deadly opposition? He had taught and healed and performed miracles with mercy and authority. But politically, the elites of the day could not accept any threat to their power & sway over the people. Spiritually, Satan had fiercely opposed Jesus’ mission from a long time past. And besides these broad poli…
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Paul finally begins his journey to Rome, only to run into a deadly storm on the Mediterranean Sea that threatens to kill him and the 267 other people on board. But amid the chaos and terror, Paul emerges as a leader filled with Christlike faith and an example for us to emulate.Από τον Gospel City Church
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Sermon Outline:I. Beware of self-serving religion.II. Jesus commends humility and self-sacrifice.III. How God Delights to Build Up His Household.Family Discussion Questions:The scribes wore long robes, prayed long prayers in the market, and sought out seats of honour. How might we be on the lookout for similar behaviour in our contemporary context?…
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Self-help books, online training courses, TED talks.. We all want to be better equipped to face the tasks that are before us. As followers of Jesus, we all have an over-arching task of Christ-likeness. Am I equipped? How can I become better equipped? As Kyle closed off our sermon series on the book of Hebrews, we were reminded that God HAS equipped…
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As Felix, the governor of Judea, is recalled to Rome, a new governor, Festus, arrives. He examines Paul's case and puts on a special audience with Paul for King Agrippa II, allowing Paul to state his case by sharing his incredible testimony.Από τον Gospel City Church
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Sermon Outline:God Himself said that the Messiah would be the Son of DavidGod Himself said that the Messiah would be the Son of GodAll enemies will be placed under Christs feetFamily Discussion Questions:What question did Jesus ask the people?What did the bible teachers say about the Messiah that was wrong?What did the bible teachers say about the …
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In the past 12 chapters of Hebrews, we've been presented with all that is better. As we look at the first 19 verses of Hebrews 13, we are called to live in the better by cultivating Christ-like community, honoring Christ-like leaders and offering Christ-like worship. Jesus is supreme over all things indeed. May we as a church know and live this out…
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An imminent assassination plot necessitates Paul being rushed out of Jerusalem by night under military escort. He is taken to the governor's mansion in Caesarea Maritima, where he is placed on trial before Felix. As Paul is afforded an opportunity to share the Gospel with Felix and his wife, Drusilla, we are reminded of the seriousness and urgency …
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Sermon Outline:A sincere question for the Lord JesusThe greatest commandment is to love the One God with all you haveThe second greatest commandment is to love your neighbour as yourselfThe law of God is great and perfect, but cannot bring a man into the kingdom of GodFamily Discussion Questions:What did the scribe ask Jesus?What were Jesus two ans…
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The Roman commander Claudius Lysias continues trying to figure out why the Jews in Jerusalem are so agitated by Paul. And in the midst of Paul's discouragement, a visit from Jesus teaches us about the nature of His supernatural comfort.Από τον Gospel City Church
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Sermon Outline:I. Dont be Troubled by Those who do not understand the Scriptures nor the Power of GodII. God is the God of the LivingIII. Resurrection Life is an eternal life of love.Family Discussion Questions:What does it mean that the Sadducees do not understand the Scriptures or the power of God?How does Jesus help us to answer skeptics who rej…
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Von Asuncion, one of our covenant partner, preached from the passage from Hebrews 12:3-13 which emphasizes the importance of endurance in the Christian faith. It outlines three key ways to endure: first, by considering Jesus and reflecting on His suffering; second, by understanding God's discipline as a form of love and sanctification; and third, b…
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Paul responds to being brutally attacked in Jerusalem by sharing his testimony with those who had just tried to take his life. His testimony serves as an example of how Christians can share their testimony when God provides opportunities to do so.Από τον Gospel City Church
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Sermon Outline:I. Putting Jesus to the TestII. Rendering to Caesar the things that are CaesarsIII. Rendering to God the Things that are Gods.Family Discussion Questions:Why did the Pharisees and Herodians pay Jesus a compliment before asking their question? How does this help us to consider the compliments paid to us?The last time Jesus was asked a…
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This morning, Kyle, our elder, preached from Hebrews 12:1-2. We were reminded and exhorted to remove obstacles and sins in our lives - anything that distract us from running full speed. Some of us love the obstacles. Some of us think we need the obstacles. Some of us think that our obstacles will help others. Some of us like the promises the obstac…
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Paul's attempts to appease the Jewish believers in Jerusalem backfire, as a riot breaks out on the Temple Mount and he has to be rescued by a Roman commander and over 200 soldiers. We'll also dig a little deeper into one of the central issues of the Christian life - our identity in Christ.Από τον Gospel City Church
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Sermon Outline:Tribute belongs to the owner and builder of the vineyardChurch leaders are to be undershepherdsThe patience of the Lord in the face of rebellionThe killing of the Son demonstrates the problemThe wrath of the king restores the vineyardFamily discussion Questions:What was the vineyard in the Parable?Who is the owner?Who are the tenants…
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As Paul arrives in Jerusalem, he is greeted with the news that he has become a lightning rod of controversy as issues of culture, heritage, ethnicity, and traditions collide with the Gospel. We'll see Paul display incredible humility, as he pursues unity in the Church through the power of the love of Christ.…
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This week we looked at some characters in the Old Testament who were openly flawed, and yet commended for their faith in the book of Hebrews. Yi Khen reminded us that flawed people are fearful people; yet it is not about how confident or fearless these people were, it is that they placed their faith in God. It is not about the magnitude of our fait…
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Sermon Outline:Jesus has authority to judge the church and the worldJohn the Baptists ministry declared that all must be washed by JesusChrist does not honour insincere questionsChrist redeems the insincereFamily Discussion Questions:1. What did Jesus do which the leaders questioned if he had authority to do?2. Why did Jesus' actions make these lea…
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Paul and his team are making their way to Jerusalem, and they get a lot of help along the way. There was a mission to fulfill and everyone played a part in getting the job done. In this message, we consider what it would look like today for the Church to live on mission together, as we see in the Book of Acts.…
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Paul leaves the Ephesian elders in Miletus and heads for Jerusalem, which requires a few stops along the way. In this message, we'll witness the special bond between genuine believers and delve into some issues related to the gift of prophecy.Από τον Gospel City Church
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Sermon Outline:1. Have Faith in God2. Pray with Expectant Faith3. Pray with a Heart that loves forgiveness.Family Discussion Questions:1. What was Peters response to the withering of the fig tree. What did that say about Peters faith?2. What context helps us understand why Jesus talked about moving a mountain into the sea?3. Jesus tells us to pray …
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We may travel across the world and have adventures in the most exciting places, but at the end of the day we long to go home. As Christians, we are journeying to a permanent home in heaven with our Lord Jesus. We continued in the theme of Faith in Hebrews 11:8–16, considering the Better Homeland that we have ahead of us. Chris encouraged us to chec…
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Sermon Outline:The house of God is a place for the prayers of all ethnic groupsThe house of God is to bear true fruit in all seasonsGod will judge the whole world, beginning with His own householdHide yourself in Christ Jesus, the living and eternal temple of GodFamily Discussion questionsWhat did Jesus say to the fig tree when he saw no fruit on i…
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Hello 2024! We are all entering the year with different emotions and expectations, but the Bible’s teaching on faith can speak to us all. Hebrews 11:1 says "Now faith is the assurance of things hoped for, the conviction of things not seen." Oh how all of us understand struggling with our faith when we are faced with trials and suffering in our live…
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Sermon Outline:Gods Sovereign use of all things to bring about His kingdomA white war horse or a peaceful humble donkey?The humble delight of being under the reign of ChristThe Lords wrath is not like oursFamily Discussion Questions:What event brought Jesus to Jerusalem?How did Jesus choose to arrive in Jerusalem?What was Jesus announcing by his ch…
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When Paul met with the Ephesian elders in Miletus, he called them to remember Jesus' words, "It is more blessed to give than to receive." Jesus perfectly embodied these words in His earthly life. And this Christmas season, we are called to remember that He is blessed because He gave Himself for us and to us.…
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Sermon Outline:1 - The strength God gives us is wonderful but not enough to save2 - We could not produce our own Redeemer even with Gods help3 - We cannot redeem the world even with Gods helpFamily Discussion Questions:1. A normal birth requires a father and mother. How was Jesus birth supernatural?2. How did the unique birth of Jesus display that …
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We celebrated Christmas together last Sunday, and what a joyous celebration it was! We comtinued the service with lunch and a fun time of games. Kyle talked about how some family gatherings are difficult for many of us because of some form of shame we carry or expectation towards us. But the wonderful news of Christmas frees us from that shame beca…
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Family discussion questions:1. Joseph and Mary took Jesus to the temple after he was born. Which two people does Luke mention that they met there?2. The people Luke mentions were part of a special group of people waiting properly for the coming Messiah. What were they waiting for the Messiah to do?3. Why did Gods people need to be comforted?4. How …
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When the priests of the Old Testament offered sacrifices of bulls and goats for the sins of the people, it had to be repeated over and over again. After Christ came to this earth and shed his blood for the sins of the world, no other sacrifice has to be made for sin ever again. This Sunday, we look at Hebrews 10:1-18 and meditate on this sacrifice …
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Sermon Outline:The time of Christs Appearing is fixed in the eternal plan of God.Not knowing the day of Christs Appearing does not change its certainty.Wait For Christs Appearing with Patient Perseverance with Hope.Family Discussion Questions:What is the meaning of the phrase in the fullness of time?Explain how some of the key events of the Old Tes…
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Sermon Outline:The Coming of Christ Is VisibleThe Coming of Christ is GloriousThe Coming of Christ is RoyalFamily Discussion Questions:From the Christmas Story, which people could say that they saw proof of Christ's coming?What was the response of all the people who "saw" these proofs?What does that teach us about the response of all people when Ch…
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