Aren’t His Words Enough?
Date: January 31, 2023 (Special Meetings)
Bible Text: Luke 24:5-12 | Paul Schwanke
What Happened On Day 41?
Date: January 29, 2023 (Sunday PM)
Bible Text: | Paul Schwanke
A study of the prophet Nahum's account of the coming destruction of Nineveh. What happened after Jonah?
Living a Clean Life in a Dirty World
Date: January 19, 2023 (Midweek Service)
Bible Text: Psalm 119:9-16 | Jeremiah Mitchell
Realize this is the Word of God Rejoice in His Word Respect His Word Remember His Word
An Underground Church Service
Date: December 29, 2022
Bible Text: Hebrews 4:12-13; | Dave Barker
Get Prepared, and God will use you! If it was illegal to attend church, would you still come? How much do you listen to the preacher? If your Bible was taken away, how would you teach/preach to others? If your Bible was taken away, how would you have devotions? When you are talking to people, you stop giving illustrations and start giving Bible verses, because they are more powerful.
Get Into Church
Date: December 11, 2022 (Adult Sunday School)
Bible Text: Hebrews 10:23-25 | Dave Olson
Series: What's Next
What is a church? Not a building A people "Called out" A local group of believers Composed of members Members and attenders Requirements of membership Saved Baptized Why should we go to church? We are commanded to Church is a place to get Spiritual nourishment Church provides the right kind of nourishment Fellowship should be regulated by right doctrine We have a job to do How should we attend church? Be positive Be prepared Be prompt Be prayerful
Get To Know God – Part 2
Date: November 13, 2022 (Adult Sunday School)
Bible Text: Titus 1:2-3 | Dave Olson
Series: Walking In Truth What's Next
Talk to God Listen to God God speaks through Scripture Daily Bible reading Biblical preaching God speaks through the Holy Spirit Observe God
Get to Know God
Date: November 6, 2022 (Adult Sunday School)
Bible Text: Matthew 6 | Dave Olson
Series: Walking In Truth What's Next
Introduction: To get to know God, you must spend time with Him Learn not only how to talk to Him but also how to listen to Him. Talk to God Matthew 6:7 - God speaks through the Bible, speak back Ask Him for help Hebrews 4:16 - we have direct access Tell Him your problems Psalm 55:22 - bring your needs before the Lord Psalm 62:8 Ask Him questions Jeremiah 33:3 - understand things better with the Lord's guidance Thank Him Psalm 100:4 Listen to God
Alluring Voices
Date: October 23, 2022 (Sunday PM)
Bible Text: | Dave Olson
Identifying Alluring Voices Peer Preachers Predators Prince Personal Ignoring Alluring Voices Close to the Shepherd Compare the voices to the Bible Cease listening to alluring voices Submit to Spiritual Authority
Continue To Grow – Part 2
Date: October 23, 2022 (Adult Sunday School)
Bible Text: 1 Peter 2:1-3 | Dave Olson
Series: Walking In Truth What's Next
Why should we grow? Growth is natural Growth is exciting Growth is commanded In what area should we grow? Grace Knowledge How can we grow? Stay healthy Identify our sin Deal with it thoroughly Eat right Scripture reading Church attendance Get some more 3 Things to grow as a Christian: _____________________________ _____________________________ _____________________________
Universal Education
Date: October 6, 2022 (Midweek Service)
Bible Text: Genesis 1:1, Deuteronomy 6:4-9 | Jeff Voegtlin
1. Verses Genesis 1:1 – God is eternal Deuteronomy 6:4-9 – We should love God supremely; also teach our children how to love Him supremely John 1:1-3 – Jesus is also God 2 Corinthians 10:3-5 – everything we know needs to be submitted to Jesus Christ Colossians 2:2-3 – all the treasures of wisdom and knowledge are in Christ 2. Universal education God made the world where education is the family’s responsibility Ways to educate Personally – homeschooling Delegate – parents are in charge, give responsibility to somebody else Two lies of the public school “The government can guarantee quality” “Government education is neutral towards religion and philosophy” A level of universal education Should be a
Lord, Save Me!
Date: October 2, 2022 (Sunday AM)
Bible Text: Matthew 14:22-33 |
The providence of Jesus The prayers of Jesus The purpose of Jesus The presence of Jesus The peace Jesus brings The provision of Jesus
From Maniac to Missionary
Date: September 25, 2022 (Sunday AM)
Bible Text: Mark 5:1-20 | Jeremiah Mitchell
Man Master Monster Multitude Missionary
The Sword of the Spirit
Date: March 20, 2022 (Sunday AM)
Bible Text: Ephesians 6:17, Hebrews 4:12 | Jonathan Smith
It is Alive It is Authority It is Active
My Testimony
Date: January 30, 2022 (Sunday AM)
Bible Text: | Bill Hardecker
The Literal Interpretation of Scripture
Date: December 2, 2021 (Midweek Service)
Bible Text: | Dan Armacost
Series: What it Means to be Baptist
Introduction As history has proven, scripture can be made to say just about anything. How is this possible? The issue is primarily not the scriptures themselves, but rather the method used to interpret them. Consider the two methods of scripture interpretation. The Allegorical Method Definition “This method of Bible interpretation treats the literal sense as the vehicle for a secondary, more spiritual and more profound sense. The emphasis becomes on the secondary sense, so much so that the original words or events have little or no significance.” Ramm Dangers It does not interpret scripture. The basic authority ceases to be the Scriptures, but the _______ of
Every Promise in the Book is Mine
Date: September 5, 2021 (Sunday AM)
Bible Text: | Steve Damron
Promises that bring comfort Christ is unmatched in power and glory 1 Samuel 2:2 God will give you rest Matthew 11:28-29 Promises that bring courage God's Word brings success Joshua 1:8-9 Abiding in Christ produces bountiful fruit John 15:1-8 Promises that bring caution Sin will never go unpunished Nehemiah 1:3-8 Sin sets you up for failure 2 Peter 1:4-8 The greatest promise Salvation 1 John 1:9 John 3:16
Get into the Word
Date: April 21, 2021 (Special Meetings)
Bible Text: Psalm 1 | David Sorenson
Series: Preaching Conference 2021
The Simple Outline 1. Get out of the World 2. Get into the Word
Four Aspects of the Gospel
Date: April 18, 2021 (Sunday PM)
Bible Text: Romans 1:16-17 | David Sorenson
Series: Preaching Conference 2021
The Power of the Gospel The Principle of the Gospel The Primacy of the Gospel The Process of the Gospel
David’s Three Observations
Date: April 18, 2021 (Sunday AM)
Bible Text: Psalm 18:30 | David Sorenson
Series: Preaching Conference 2021
God's Perfect Way God's way of salvation is perfect God's way of living is perfect God's will for our life is perfect God's Proven Word The Word of the Lord is Tried Psalm 19:7 God's Protection
Jehovah
Date: March 7, 2021 (Sunday PM)
Bible Text: Exodus 34:5-6 | Tom Brennan
Jehovah reveals a God who requires righteousness Jehovah is affected by sin Jehovah reveals a God whose righteousness demands Him that He not rests til He makes His creatures as righteous as Him
He Hath Led Me Into Darkness And Not Into Light
Date: October 1, 2020 (Midweek Service)
Bible Text: Lamentations 3:2 | Clint Schreiber
Things are going to happen that you do not understand, Don't blame God! Lamentations 3:1-3 What changed Jeremiah's mindset about these things? Stop and think. Lamentations 3:20-21 Remember these attributes of God Lamentations 3:22-24 Mercy Compassion Faithfulness Know that patience is a virtue Lamentations 3:25 Remember that God is sovereign God never needs to answer the question "Why?"
Four Essential Freedoms of Being Baptists: Religious Freedom
Date: June 28, 2020 (Sunday PM)
Bible Text: Matthew 13: 24-30 | Steve Damron
1. What is Religious Freedom? 1. Passages to help understand religious freedom Matthew 13: 24-30 Matthew 19: 16-20 2. Three main principles in the Bible The nature of God The nature of humanity The nature of faith 3. Historic Baptists John Freeman, London, Canadian Baptist pastor, 1905 John Smith & Thomas Helwys, England, Baptist author & martyr, 1612 Roger Williams, John Clark, Obadiah Holmes: 1600's Isaac Backus & John Leland, 1700's 2. Meaning of Religious Freedom 1. Three statements of religious freedom We believe in religious liberty, not just religious freedom We believe that religious liberty is for all, not just a select few We believe
Four Essential Freedoms of Being Baptists: Bible Freedom
Date: May 10, 2020 (Sunday PM)
Bible Text: 2 Timothy 3:16-18 | Steve Damron
Man’s Definition of Freedom: the right to be and do as you please Definition of Bible Freedom: the Bible under the Lordship of Christ is central in the life of the individual and the church Four Essential Freedoms of Being Baptists: The Biblical basis of this freedom Baptist do not have a monopoly on the Bible. We don’t have a “Baptist Bible.” Scriptures claim to be authoritative, 2 Timothy 3:16-17 Scriptures claim to bring freedom, Luke 4:18-21, John 8:32-36, Romans 6:18-22, 2 Corinthians 3:17, Galatians 5:1-13 The Biblical evidence of this freedom We believe the Bible to be divinely inspired We believe that the Bible is divinely preserved for us. We
Lesson 13: A Psalm 128 Home
Date: April 30, 2020 (Midweek Service)
Bible Text: Psalms 128:1-6 | Dan Armacost
Series: Navigating Home and Family
Determine to use God's Word instead of worldly counsels. Don't consider children a burden, or a robber of your time and pleasure. Never make possessions more important than relationships. Beware of comparing children and spouse with others. Don't make a federal case out of kids being children. Be Aware of threatening constantly, but disciplining inconsistently. Beware of belittling children or spouses. Beware of saying during discipline "this is hurting my reputation." Husbands and wives should not argue in front of the children. Don't argue with your spouse when you are disciplining a child. Don't spend time bragging on talents as opposed to character. Be careful to not allow the television or radio
There is None Else
Date: April 26, 2020 (Sunday PM)
Bible Text: 1 Kings 8:12-54 | Steve Damron
“Huge as this universe is, God has complete power over it, as you have over the ball which you toss in your hand.” – C. H. Spurgeon God is worthy of our worship 1 Kings 8:12-54 This entails prayer, 1 Kings 8:28-29, 45 This involves confession, 1 Kings 8:33,35 This involves obedience, 1 Kings 8:36 This requires time God is worthy of our praise 1 Kings 8:55-56 God is worthy of our devotion 1 Kings 8:57-61 Starts with the heart, 1 Kings 8:58 Continues with prayer, 1 Kings 8:59 Shown by our walk, 1 Kings 8:61 How big is God! How big and wide His vast domain! To try to tell these lips
Jesus: An Introduction
Date: January 28, 2020 (Special Meetings)
Bible Text: Hebrews 1:1-4 | Paul Schwanke
Series: Winter Revival 2020
The more we see how amazing God is, the less we are impressed with ourselves. -Evangelist Paul Schwanke God gives an introduction to His son in the first few verses of Hebrews When Christ speaks, He declares the word of God (John 1:1) Heir of all things He made the worlds The brightness of His glory (not just a reflection) The express image of His person (character, Deity) Upholds all things by the word of His power By himself purged our sins The problem: Sin The bigger problem: Sins The even bigger problem: They are our sins They need to be purged It is in the past tense - the work has already been
A More Sure Word
Date: January 27, 2020 (Special Meetings)
Bible Text: 1 Peter 1:22-25 | Paul Schwanke
Series: Winter Revival 2020
Ways the Bible is a more sure word of prophesy It is a powerful book - 1 Peter 1:23 The Bible tells us how we can know we're saved Search the Scriptures to find eternal life - John 5:39 It is a pure book - Matthew 24:35 The Bible is the incorruptible Word of God By the incorruptible Word of God, we find our assurance of salvation It is a perfect book - Hebrews 4:12 The Bible is alive The Bible is written and inspired by Almighty God It is an eternal book - 1 Peter 1:23 This book lives and abides forever Regardless of the world, this is the one thing that
Let the Word of Christ Dwell in You
Date: December 29, 2019 (Sunday AM)
Bible Text: Colossians 3:16 | Steve Damron
Let the Word of Christ Dwell in You Colossians 3:16 It is not the book that is to be altered, rather our hearts need altered by the Book!” - CH Spurgeon I. Some things to seek after A. Look heavenly B. Look eternally II. Some things to remove III. Some things to add A. What to add? B. How to add? 1. Allow the Word of God to take residence What does dwell mean? Habitate 2. Allow the Word of God to have abundance What does richly mean? Lavishly C. The difference adding makes 1. When God’s Word dwells in you, it
God, Quicken Us! – Diane Gaus Funeral
Date: September 27, 2019 (Funeral)
Bible Text: Psalms 119:88 | Steve Damron
Quicken: to bring to life The Word of God brings life when you believe it (Psalms 119:94) For Salvation For Success in life The Word of God brings life when you live it (Psalms 119:159) Evident by my submission to it Evident by my sanctification
Developing an Immunity to Society
Date: August 11, 2019 (Sunday PM)
Bible Text: John 17: 9-17 | Ura Schrock
Observations Evil is the ways of the Devil There is evil in this world Join the world or they will hate you We must keep ourselves from the evil of this world How do we keep the world's influence out We must have a proper view of sin We must have a proper view of eternity We must have a proper view of the Scriptures
Helps for Devotions
Date: April 24, 2019 (Special Meetings)
Bible Text: Psalm 119 | Dave Olson
Series: Preaching Conference 2019
Keep your devotions organized Start with a short prayer Thank the Lord for His blessings Ask for forgiveness for known sins Ask God to teach you something from the Bible Read your Bible and think about it Look for a promise, warning, command, principle Meditate (Psalm 119:15,23,48,78,97) Write down God's message for you that day to help you remember (Exodus 17:14) Choose a memory verse for the week (Psalm 119:16) Have some time for prayer (Matthew 6:9-13) Praise, submission, provision, intercession (1 Timothy 2:1-2) Prayer list Record any blessings or answers to prayer (Psalm 103:2) Keep devotions heart-felt Keep devotions balanced Keep devotions consistent (Psalm 86:3) Keep devotions full of faith Keep devotions practical A devotional book is not a
The Word in Preaching
Date: April 24, 2019 (Special Meetings)
Bible Text: 2 Timothy 3:15-4:4 | T.H. Moore
Series: Preaching Conference 2019
Different types of preaching are needed Expository preaching- Give the meaning of the text in its context Historical Character studies The Word discovered Discover where the thought begins and ends Pray for Holy Spirit illumination Read and re-read the text (meditation) Look at paragraph divisions (Acts 21:40-22:1) Discover the outline (Psalm 1:1-6) The Word divided - There is only one primary interpretation to a passage Ask yourself questions as you read Who, why, recipients, etc. Define important words and clauses Find the historical setting Read commentaries The Word delivered Declare the truth Explain the truth Illustrate the truth (don't overload with stories and cross-references) Make the personal application Introduction (where you are going) and Conclusion (sum, invitation)
A Blood-Bought Book
Date: April 23, 2019 (Special Meetings)
Bible Text: | David Brown
Series: Preaching Conference 2019
John Wycliffe & the Lollards Thomas Bilney & Hugh Latimer (I Timothy 1:15; Isaiah 43:2) William Tyndale John Rogers
The Bible Way of Learning Scripture
Date: April 11, 2019 (Midweek Service)
Bible Text: Joshua 1:8 | Dave Barker
Outline: The Bible should be memorized for keeps Learned, not just memorized Put in your heart, not just your head (Psalm 119:9-11) The Bible must be meditated upon to retain it It's not how much you read, it's how much you get out of what you read The Bible must be depended upon The Bible must be understood God's way
Have Faith in God
Date: March 31, 2019 (Sunday AM)
Bible Text: Mark 11:12-22 | Dave Olson
Outline: Have faith in God's Promises His Forgiveness His Presence His Protection (Genesis 32:9-10) His Provision His Power His Peace (Philippians 4:6-9) Have faith in the Principles of God You reap what you sow (Galatians 6:7) Afflictions help us (Psalm 119:67,71) Have faith in the Person of God Example of the Centurion (Matthew 8:5-13) Hezekiah (II Kings 19:1-4)