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8:15 & 10:45 AM Worship Services
9:30 AM Sunday School
Pastor
Dane Massey
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Recent Sermons
August 29 - Loving God
Luke 10:25-37
“Loving God”
Luke 10:25-37
I. Loving God – In Quality and Quantity
A. “With All” – The Common Denominator – “a Hebrew term that denotes a comprehensive involvement”
B. Your Heart – For the Jewish/Hebrew listener the heart was the “core” of one’s personal being (Proverbs 4:23) that directed the will, fueled the emotions, and energized the body.
C. Your Soul – Our closest words would be “emotion/passion” (Matthew 26:38) a term that denotes emotional passion and energy
D. With All Your Mind – A general term that carried the idea of intellectual, willful vigor and determination; both the meaning of mental endeavor and of physical exertion and strength.
Genuine Love of the Lord is intelligent, feeling, willing, and serving. It involves thought, sensitivity, intent, and action. God has always rebuked empty words and empty rituals. His desire is always wholehearted relationships.
II. Loving God – “A Prescription for Growth”
A. Grounded/Rooted in the New Birth – John 14:23-24; I John 2:5, 3:17, 4:12-13, 16-21
B. Grows Through Reflection on Redemption – Luke 7:36-50; I Corinthians 15:9-10; Romans 11:32 – 12:1
August 22 - I Thessalonians
I Thessalonians 5:16-23
“What Manner of Men…”
I Thessalonians 1:5
I. The Measure of a Church – I Thessalonians 1
II. The Manner of Men
III. The Making of a Harvest
The Body of Christ
I Thessalonians 5:16-23
I. Attitudes That “Stoke” the Fires of Creativity
A. Rejoice – “chairo” – a term of salutation, of goodwill, delight, gladness, (root word “charis” or grace), to rejoice
B. Pray “without ceasing”, continual – “adialeiptos” – without omission
C. Give thanks in everything, for all things (Ephesians 5:19-20), as you do all things (Colossians 3:17)
In Summary – Gladly embrace all the brethren and all circumstances with a joyful, praying heart knowing that all things are a great opportunity for the creative work of the Holy Spirit in and through the body of Christ.
II. Attitudes That “Stymie” the Fires of Creativity
A. Quench – “sbennumi” - to put out, to choke, strangle, used to describe the putting out of a fire.
B. Grieve – “lupeó – to cause sorrow and/or emotional pain.
The Critical – Finding fault with the Holy Spirit and those He uses.
C. Despise – to belittle, mock, to take lightly
The Cynic – because of past disappointments they doubt and therefore discourage.
III. Anticipating the Creative Voice of God – The Holy Spirit
A. His “History”
B. His Present Ministry – The Body of Christ
C. The Prophetic Ministry – Its Priority
D. The “Proving” – dokimazo – to test, prove, with the expectation of approving, i.e.… not critical but discerning
IV. The Discipline It Takes to Turn Creativity/Vision into Reality
“Abstain From All (Appearances) of Evil”
A. Qualifying to Run – Character
B. Running to Win – I Corinthians 9:19-27
The Holy Spirit “births” ministries through listening hearts and “builds” ministries on Godly lives.
V. The Sanctified Vessel – “Prepared for the Master’s Use” – I Thessalonians 5:23-28; II Timothy 2:19-21
A. The faithfulness of God
1. In sovereignty
a. What He starts He finishes – Philippians 1:6; I Peter 1:2
2. In supply
a. What He commands He supplies – II Peter 1:1-3; I Corinthians 1:26-31
3. In sufficiency
a. What He supplies He delivers in abundance through – Philippians 2:14-15
• Promise – supply
• Passion – hunger
• Provision/power – satisfaction
B. The Fellowship of the Saints
1. In prayer
a. “Pray for us…”
2. In camaraderie
a. “A holy kiss…”
3. In exhortation
a. “Read this epistle…”
August 15 - I Thessalonians
I Thessalonians 5:16-23
“What Manner of Men…”
I Thessalonians 1:5
I. The Measure of a Church – I Thessalonians 1
II. The Manner of Men
III. The Making of a Harvest
The Body of Christ
I Thessalonians 5:16-23
I. Attitudes That “Stoke” the Fires of Creativity
A. Rejoice – “chairo” – a term of salutation, of goodwill, delight, gladness, (root word “charis” or grace), to rejoice
B. Pray “without ceasing”, continual – “adialeiptos” – without omission
C. Give thanks in everything, for all things (Ephesians 5:19-20), as you do all things (Colossians 3:17)
In Summary – Gladly embrace all the brethren and all circumstances with a joyful, praying heart knowing that all things are a great opportunity for the creative work of the Holy Spirit in and through the body of Christ.
II. Attitudes That “Stymie” the Fires of Creativity
A. Quench – “sbennumi” - to put out, to choke, strangle, used to describe the putting out of a fire.
B. Grieve – “lupeó – to cause sorrow and/or emotional pain.
The Critical – Finding fault with the Holy Spirit and those He uses.
C. Despise – to belittle, mock, to take lightly
The Cynic – because of past disappointments they doubt and therefore discourage.
III. Anticipating the Creative Voice of God – The Holy Spirit
A. His “History”
B. His Present Ministry – The Body of Christ
C. The Prophetic Ministry – Its Priority
D. The “Proving” – dokimazo – to test, prove, with the expectation of approving, i.e.… not critical but discerning
IV. The Discipline It Takes to Turn Creativity/Vision into Reality
“Abstain From All (Appearances) of Evil”
A. Qualifying to Run – Character
1. Your reputation – “Do you want to be taken seriously?”
a. Proverbs 20:11
b. Timothy –Acts 16:1-3; I Timothy 4:12
2. Found Faithful
a. By Him who called you – I Timothy 1:12-17
b. By them who commissioned you – I Timothy 4:14-16; II Timothy 1:6-8
c. In small things – Matthew 25:14-30
B. Running to Win – I Corinthians 9:19-27
1. A life of love – “Constrained by love vs. Restrained by law” – II Corinthians 5:13-15; Romans 13:8
2. A life of discipline
a. “Bringing my best rather than my leftovers” – II Samuel 24:24; II Timothy 2:19-21
b. Learning to say “no” to what I can rightfully say “yes” to – I Corinthians 10:23-24, 32-33
3. A life of passion – “Refusing myself the luxury of going through the motions” – Philippians 3:12-14
The Holy Spirit “births” ministries through listening hearts and “builds” ministries on Godly lives.
V. Life Application Questions
A. Are there areas of my life that I have refused to surrender and yet they hinder me from running to win?
B. Have I demonstrated a faithful servant’s spirit in areas I minister in?
C. Would those I minister with and under say I’m a “joy” to have on the “team”?
August 8 - I Thessalonians
I Thessalonians 5:16-23
“What Manner of Men…”
I Thessalonians 1:5
I. The Measure of a Church – I Thessalonians 1
II. The Manner of Men
III. The Making of a Harvest
The Body of Christ
I Thessalonians 5:16-23
I. Attitudes That “Stoke” the Fires of Creativity
A. Rejoice – “chairo” – a term of salutation, of goodwill, delight,
gladness, (root word “charis” or grace), to rejoice
B. Pray “without ceasing”, continual – “adialeiptos” – without
omission
C. Give thanks in everything, for all things (Ephesians 5:19-20), as
you do all things (Colossians 3:17)
In Summary – Gladly embrace all the brethren and all circumstances
with a joyful, praying heart knowing that all things are a great
opportunity for the creative work of the Holy Spirit in and through
the body of Christ.
II. Attitudes That “Stymie” the Fires of Creativity
A. Quench – “sbennumi” - to put out, to choke, strangle, used to
describe the putting out of a fire.
1. Opposite – II Timothy 1:6
B. Grieve – “lupeó – to cause sorrow and/or emotional pain.
1. Ephesians 4:29 – Words that do not edify
2. Opposite – prophecy – “to speak forth” – I Timothy 1:18
The Critical – Finding fault with the Holy Spirit and those He uses.
C. Despise – to belittle, mock, to take lightly
1. Prophecy – I Corinthians 14:5, 24-25; I Timothy 1:18
a. Edification – strengthens the weak
b. Exhortation – stirs up the complacent
c. Comforts – soothes the hurting
d. Convicts – strikes the heart of the unbeliever
e. Empowers – breathes faith into the heart of the warrior
The Cynic – because of past disappointments they doubt and
therefore discourage.
III. Anticipating the Creative Voice of God – The Holy Spirit
A. His “History”
1. Physical Creation – Genesis 1:1-3
2. Spiritual Creation – John 3:1-8, Ephesians 2:1-2, II Corinthians
4:17, Titus 3:5-6
B. His Present Ministry – The Body of Christ
1. The Fruit – Galatians 5:22-26
2. The Body – I Corinthians 12-14 (The Gifts)
C. The Prophetic Ministry – Its Priority
1. From the beginning – Acts 2:17-18
2. For the greatest benefit – I Corinthians 14:1-8, 24-25
3. Who? – Acts 2:17-18; I Corinthians 11:2-16, 14:32-40
D. The “Proving” – dokimazo – to test, prove, with the expectation of
approving, i.e.… not critical but discerning
1. The test of “Light”
a. The Word – Acts 17:11 (Berean)
b. The Body – I Corinthians 14:28-30
2. The test of “Confirmation”
a. “Two or Three Witnesses” – II Corinthians 13:1
3. The test of “Endurance”
a. The days of “Small” things – Zechariah 4:10
b. The days of “Waiting” – Luke 8:11-15
IV. Life Application Questions
A. What is God “birthing” in my heart?
B. When I pray for the church and my community what
bothers me the most? (Why?)
C. Am I willing for my life to be the means by which this need
is met?
V. Life Action Steps
A. Does God want me to share my “vision/burden” with the
body?
B. Are there specific people I should ask to pray with me
starting this morning?
August 1 - I Thessalonians
I Thessalonians 5:16-23
“What Manner of Men…”
I Thessalonians 1:5
I. The Measure of a Church – I Thessalonians 1
II. The Manner of Men
III. The Making of a Harvest
The Body of Christ
I Thessalonians 5:16-23
I. The Creative Work of the Holy Spirit
A. Physical Creation – Genesis 1:1-3
B. Spiritual Creation – John 3:1-8; Titus 3:5-6
C. The Body of Christ – I Corinthians 12:11-14
1. Satan a “counterfeiter” – John 8:44
II. Attitudes That “Stoke” the Fires of Creativity
A. Rejoice – “chairo” – a term of salutation, of goodwill, delight, gladness, (root word “charis” or grace), to rejoice
B. Pray “without ceasing”, continual – “adialeiptos” – without omission
C. Give thanks in everything, for all things (Ephesians 5:19-20), as you do all things (Colossians 3:17)
In Summary – Gladly embrace all the brethren and all circumstances with a joyful, praying heart knowing that all things are a great opportunity for the creative work of the Holy Spirit in and through the body of Christ.
III. Attitudes That “Stymie” the Fires of Creativity
A. Quench – “sbennumi” - to put out, to choke, strangle, used to describe the putting out of a fire.
1. Opposite – I Timothy 1:6
B. Grieve – “lupeó – to cause sorrow and/or emotional pain.
1. Ephesians 4:29 – Words that do not edify
2. Opposite – prophecy – “to speak forth” – I Timothy 1:18
The Critical – Finding fault with the Holy Spirit and those He uses.
C. Despise – to belittle, mock, to take lightly
1. Prophecy – I Corinthians 14:5, 24-25; I Timothy 1:18
a. Edification – strengthens the weak
b. Exhortation – stirs up the complacent
c. Comforts – soothes the hurting
d. Convicts – strikes the heart of the unbeliever
e. Empowers – breathes faith into the heart of the warrior
The Cynic – because of past disappointments they doubt and therefore discourage.
IV. Life Application
A. Questions
1. Do I expect to hear from God?
2. Do I limit who God can speak through?
3. Are there specific areas that God has spoken to in my life that I have resisted/quenched?
4. Are there people here today that need a word of edification, exhortation, comfort, etc... from me?
B. Steps of
1. Accountability? (Pray for me)
2. Obedience (May I pray for you?)
3. Prophecy (Speak, encourage, exhort, comfort)
V. Attitudes That “Sharpen” the Fires of Creativity
A. “Prove all things” – to test, try, etc… Discernment – “If it is of God it will stand the test of” -
1. Light – Purifies
2. Heat – Tempers
B. Abstain/Stay away from evil – Discipline
“Your life is the platform from which you preach, the soil from which fruit grows; there is no such thing as a ministry abstract from a life.”
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