Title: Taking Root: First Sermon
Speaker: Ronnie Roberts
Text: Acts 2:22-36
In the first sermon Peter revealed undeniable evidence that Jesus is Lord.
I. Proof was in the miracles, wonders, and signs.
II. This was a fulfillment of God's definite plan.
III. Jesus was exalted and is seated at God's right hand.
Title: The Day the Church Began
Speaker: Ronnie Robert
Text: Acts 2:1-4
The Church began with Power
I. The power of God came upon His people.
II. Through power they caught the attention of thousands. (vs. 5-13)
III. This powerful beginning was prophesied. (vs. 14-21)
Title: Taking Root: Wait
Speaker: Ronnie Robert
Text: Acts 1:12-20
Waiting is not a waste of time.
I. God's timing is better than ours.
II. Tho who wait commit to prayer.
III. Good use of time is seeking the scriptures.
Title: Taking Root: Planting God's Kingdom
Speaker: Ronnie Robert
Text: Acts 1:1-8
The Church exists because of God's actions.
I. The beginning of the church is historically recorded.
II. Jesus and the Holy Spirit were sent to begin and grow the church.
III. The roots are to spread to all the earth.
Title: Beautiful Design: Created to Complement
Speaker: Ronnie Robert
Text: Ephesians 5:22-27
I. God designed wives to submit.
II. God designed husbands to lead.
III. The beauty of God's design is hidden by sin.
Title: Beautiful Design
Speaker: Matthew Johnson
Text: Genesis 2:18-25
I. Marriage without God is not marriage.
II. Marriage with God is:
a. Equal
b. Loyal
c. Intimate
III. Marriage is about more than marriage.
Title: Living Ready
Speaker: Ronnie Roberts
Text: 2 Peter 3:10-18
"You ought to live holy and godly lives as you look forward to the day of God and speed its coming." (vs. 11-12)
I. Live holy and godly lives.
II. We are to actively wait for that day.
III. Let's do what we can to speed up the day of the Lord.
Title: Truth Stands
Speaker: Ronnie Roberts
Text: 2 Peter 3:1-9
Through all the lies that are told truth will always stand.
I. The truth stands today.
II. As the truth has stood in the past.
III. So the truth will stand in the future.
Title: The Content of Their Character (False Teachers Part 2)
Speaker: Ronnie Roberts
Text: 2 Peter 2:10-22
We must steer clear of false teachers.
I. They are bold and arrogant in their ignorance. (vs. 11-14)
II. They are empty and have no message for you. (vs. 15-19)
III. They are like dogs that return to their vomit. (vs. 20-22)
Title: False Teachers
Speaker: Ronnie Roberts
Text: 2 Peter 2:1-3
The truth is constantly under attack.
I. False teachers distort the truth.
II. False teachers lead people away and use them.
III. False teachers face destruction and will take the people they lead with them.
Title: Reliable Message (Confidence Part 2)
Speaker: Ronnie Roberts
Text: 2 Peter 1:12-21
We can have confidence in the message we've been given.
I. Peter records his message so that you will always remember.
II. The gospel is confirmed by eyewitnesses.
III. The gospel is firmly grounded in God's Old Testament prophecies.
Title: Confidence
Speaker: Ronnie Roberts
Text: 2 Peter 1:3-11
We have reason to live with confidence.
I. We can have confidence because God has given us all we need.
II. We can have confidence by our focused effort.
III. We live confidence with no more stumbling.
Title: Bible Committed
Speaker: Ronnie Roberts
Text: 2 Timothy 3:16-17; Romans 15:4
Scripture is the inspired, true Word of God and the only source of the church's authority.
I. Scripture is the inspired, true Word of God
II. The Bible is the only source of the church's authority.
III. Let us grow in commitment to God's Word.
Title: Lyrics of Christmas Part 5: I Heard the Bells on Christmas Day
Speaker: Ronnie Roberts
Title: Lyrics of Christmas Part 4: God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen
Speaker: Ronnie Roberts
Text: John 8:42-45
Satan is a liar and hates the truth.
I. He does not want you to know the truth.
II. He does not want you to live the truth.
III. He does not want you to declare the truth.
Title: Lyrics of Christmas Part 3: Mild He Lay...
Speaker: Eric VonSpreckelsen
Text: Philippians 2:6-11
Jesus' entry into the world reveals His humility.
I. Jesus did not seek advantage from His position.
II. Jesus' humility led Him to submit to death.
III. Jesus' humility will ultimately lead to His glorification.
Title: Lyrics of Christmas Part 2: What Child Is This
Speaker: Ronnie Roberts
Text: John 1:1-4
This Child is significant.
I. He is the Word that became flesh.
II. He is the life and light of men.
Title: Lyrics of Christmas Part 1: Longing for Jesus
Speaker: Ronnie Roberts
Text: Isaiah 11:1-5 The birth of Jesus was eagerly anticipated.
I. People need a Savior.
II. Jesus brings hope to the hopeless.
III. Jesus comes to Rule.
Unfortunately we lost our internet connection near the end of the sermon on Sunday. We apologize for the inconvenience.
Title: Chosen: Suffering for Being a Christian
Speaker: Ronnie Roberts
Text: 1 Peter 4:12-19
Living for Jesus attracts troubles.
I. We cannot be surprised when trouble comes.
II. We (the church) will face judgment first.
III. If you face suffering do not fall.
Title: Chosen: The End is Near
Speaker: Ronnie Roberts
Text: 1 Peter 4:1-11
Live God's will with the time we have left.
Two keys to aligning with God's will in these last days:
I. Purposeful effective prayer.
II. Love for each other.
IIA. Be hospitable.
IIB. Server through your gifts.
