Empowering Passionate Disciples Equipping people to passionately Live like Jesus lived, Do what Jesus did, and Advance His kingdom together.

Slides:

Advertisements

Similar presentations

Do We Really Need the Church? Come to the altar and be saved. You dont need to be a member of any church to be saved. Being a part of a church has nothing.

Advertisements

How Should We Worship God?

Richard Foster – Dimensions of Spiritual Life… Contemplative – Prayer Filled Life Holiness – Virtuous Life Charismatic – Spirit-empowered Life Social.

“Therefore Be Imitators Of God As Dear Children” Ephesians 5:1

The Power of Love “Beloved, let us love one another, for love is of God; and everyone who loves is born of God and knows God” (I John 4:7)

Loving as Jesus loves – love is essential 1 Cor.13:1-3

What is a Christian? What is a disciple?

Grow in Grace Part 2 2 Pet 3:18. Doing things less because we feel like it, but more because it is right –2–2Cor 5:15 A greater desire to do His will.

THE HOUSE OF GOD. The House of God The church is the temple of God 1 Cor. 3:16 God dwells in His temple God does not dwell in man-made temples Acts 17:24-25,

DEVOTION (Acts 2:42-47) How can we be a church fit for purpose in the 21 st century? Learn the lessons from the Holy Spirit inspired church in Acts 2.

The Conduct of those that Love their Brethren John 13:34, 35.

The Bible and Love There are 4 Greek words translated into love.

Brother or Sister in Christ

Saved to Serve Romans 6: Servants of Righteousness Romans 6:15-23… Servants of whom we obey, 6:16 We were once servants of sin, 6:17 Set free.

Preparing & Preaching Gospel Sermons

Sin Will Always… Judges 16. SIN Sin is deceitful, Heb. 3:12-13 Sin never delivers what it offers, Heb. 11:25; 2 Pet. 2:17-19 Example: Samson, Heb. 11:32.

Growing Stewardship Part Two

Some of Our Responsibilities To One Another

Genesis 4:3 And in the process of time it came to pass that Cain brought an offering of the fruit of the ground to the LORD. 4 Abel also brought of the.

Encourage One Another 1 Thessalonians 5:11. Introduction We need daily encouragement, Heb. 3:12-13; 10:24 We need daily encouragement, Heb. 3:12-13; 10:24.

Christ is the Answer Not money (1 Tim. 6:9-10) Not money (1 Tim. 6:9-10) Not fame, power or position (1 Cor. 10:12; Gal. 6:3) Not fame, power or position.

Elders in Every Church Acts 14:23. 2 The Chief Shepherd Ezek. 34:23 God promised “one shepherd” – Christ (Jno. 10:11, 14; 1 Pet. 2:25) Christ wants elders.

Luke 9:  News of Christ’s approaching death was not easily accepted by the apostles  Satan would try, but would not prevent, his redemptive work,

We Proclaim Him Discipling One Another. First, some vocabulary Disciple: A person who has committed to following and becoming like Jesus Christ. (Mark.

“We Know” (1 John) The Christian’s Assurance. 2 DO YOU KNOW YOU HAVE ETERNAL LIFE? 1Jo 2:28 And now, little children, abide in Him, that when He appears,

The Work of the Local Church EDIFICATION (Bible Authority, Part 13) 1.

We Wish to See Jesus (3) John 12:20-21 Luke 19:3.

The Nature of Love agape “Unconquerable benevolence, undefeatable goodwill”

“Stir you up by reminding you” 2 Peter 1: Do You Remember the Day of Your Conversion? Day of your salvation from past sins, Acts 22:16; 2:47 Day.

What Christ Is To Us Matthew 22: Jesus? Matthew 16:13-16  “Misguided Rabbi”  “Social revolutionary”  “Great moral teacher”  “Prophet”  “son.

Why do you marvel at this? So when Peter saw it, he responded to the people: “Men of Israel, why do you marvel at this?” (Acts 3:12)

Miracles In the New Testament. 2 What is a Miracle? “works of a supernatural origin and character, such as could not be produced by natural agents and.

Living Things. 2 Life is a gift from God, Acts 17:25 (Isa. 42:5)Life is a gift from God, Acts 17:25 (Isa. 42:5) Jesus Christ, the Son of God, offers us.

Live in the True City of Peace, Happiness, and Enlightenment Peace: only God gives true peace Ja. 4:4 being friends with God Rom. 5:1-10 through faith,

Where Jesus Is John 14:1-6 Philippians 1: Where Christ Is Peace is found in absolute trust, 14:1 His word and work is the basis for our faith, 14:2-3.

False doctrine of total hereditary depravity Coupled with false definitions of the gospel and man’s responsibility to it Deny plain Bible passages about.

1 WORKS  What kind of works are in NT?  Do any works justify a sinner?  Can we tell the difference? Romans 4:4-5; 11:6 James 2:24.

A Study of Psalm 71. Delivers me (v. 2, 4) – Col. 1:13; 2 Pet. 2:7-9 Rescues me (v. 2) – 1 Cor. 10:13; 2 Tim. 2:26 Hears me (v. 2) – 1 John 5:14-15; 1.

Acts 2: Follows Nothing More Than the Teachings of JesusFollows Nothing More Than the Teachings of Jesus –Christ has all authority – Matt. 28:18.

Colossians 1: As Lord, Jesus Has Authority – An Extensive Reach Over All (1:15-18) As Lord, Jesus Has Authority – An Extensive Reach Over All (1:15-18)

Lesson 2: The Church Is A Family! (Part 2). Relationships in the “Church Family” Relationships in the “Church Family” – The Father: God is our Father.

Lesson 1: The Church Is A Family!. The Church Is An “Institution” The Church Is An “Institution” – Definition: An organization or establishment founded.

Lesson 8: Jesus Is Knocking At The Door (Revelation 3:20) Based on two books by Tom Holland.

Lesson 7: (cont.). “Christ-ward” Attitudes Toward One Another “Love one another” – John 13:34, 35 “Compassion for one another” – 1 Pet. 3:8 – “Same mind.

Lesson 5: (cont.). “Christ-ward” Attitudes Toward One Another “Love one another” – John 13:34, 35; 15:12, 17; Rom. 13:8; 1 Thess. 4:9; 1 John 3:11; 4:7,

Lesson 6: (cont.). “Christ-ward” Attitudes Toward One Another “Love one another” – John 13:34, 35; 15:12, 17; Rom. 13:8; 1 Thess. 4:9; 1 John 3:11; 4:7,

2 Timothy 1:1-5.. A Dwelling Faith A Dwelling Faith – Faith Comes When the Word Comes (Rom. 10:17) – Faith Builds When the Word Builds (Acts 20:32 + Jude.

L UKE 14: Define: Hate means “to love less” (Matt. 10:37) – Love for the Lord is to so far exceed all others – “Hate” (present tense) indicates.

Acts 4:1-5:42. The Christians’ beliefs, actions and very lives were repeatedly threatened – Arrested and thrown in prison (4:3) – Interrogated, treated.

Is The Bible A Sufficient Guide In Religion ?. 2 Timothy 3: All Scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for.

Gifts of the Holy Spirit Spiritual Inventory Review Bible Study Bishop, Dr. William B. Smith, Sr.

What does God do?. Creator and Sustainer  Gen. 1:1 God created heaven, earth  Gen. 1:26-28 God created humanity  Col. 1:15-17 by, through, for Jesus.

I want to be a Christian, because.... I want to be strong!

1 Cor 12:13 “For by one Spirit we were all baptized into one body— whether Jews or Greeks, whether slaves or free—and have all been made to drink into.

The P______ and M_______ of the Holy Spirit. The Person and M________ of the Holy Spirit.

25 seconds left…...

“…for you have been born again not of seed which is perishable but imperishable, that is, through the living and enduring word of God. For all flesh is.

The Messiah’s Apostles Matthew Apostles of Christ Matthew 10  Selected and commissioned  Warned and encouraged  Significant role in the kingdom,

Company LOGO The Work of the Local Church EVANGELISM (Bible Authority, Part 15)

The Barnabas Factor Acts 4: “B” is for benevolent Acts 4:37; Acts 2:45; Lk. 18:18-25 Levites - Deut. 12:12, 19; 14:27, 29; 16:11; 18:8; 26:12, 13.

“Where I am, there you may be also” John 14:

YOU CAN DO BETTER. The Lord’s Challenge to Us Jesus calls us to be His disciples and be in His kingdom Luke 9:23 He requires our righteousness to exceed.

The Devil Doesn’t Want It! 1 Peter 5: The Devil Doesn’t Want this Church to Have Elders 1 Peter 5:1-4 God does, Acts 14:23; Titus 1:5 God does,

We’re Part of a Family Rom. 8: For as many as are led by the Spirit of God, these are sons of God. 15 For you did not receive the spirit of bondage.

Empowering Passionate Disciples Equipping people to passionately Live like Jesus lived, Do what Jesus did, and Advance His kingdom together.

Please take this time to silence your cell phone. Running the Race: Lessons from Paul for Today’s Woman.

Empowering Passionate Disciples Equipping people to passionately Live like Jesus lived, Do what Jesus did, and Advance His kingdom together.

Our Spiritual Family. I Thess 5:26 Greet all the brethren with a holy kiss. Don’t be grumpy James 5:9 Do not grumble (groan) against one another, brethren,

Something Old, Something New I John 2:7-11. Love is losing its values in meaning Life is real: life, love, & light Christian love is affected by light.

1 Thessalonians 5:17 ‘Prayer: Love In Action’ Sermon.

Presentation transcript:

Empowering Passionate Disciples Equipping people to passionately Live like Jesus lived, Do what Jesus did, and Advance His kingdom together.

1 Peter 1:22-25

Love One Another Deeply Review vss – emphases of suffering and salvation vss He exhorts them to hope (1:13), grounded in God’s salvation of 1:3–12. He exhorts them to holiness (1:14–16). He exhorts them to fear God (1:17–21) He exhorts them to love one another (1:22–25)

Love One Another Fear God Be Holy Set Your Hope Salvation God’s Life & Government

1 Peter 1:22–25 (ESV) Having purified your souls by your obedience to the truth for a sincere brotherly love, love one another earnestly from a pure heart, 23 since you have been born again, not of perishable seed but of imperishable, through the living and abiding word of God; 1 Peter 1:22–25 (NLT) — 22 You were cleansed from your sins when you obeyed the truth, so now you must show sincere love to each other as brothers and sisters. Love each other deeply with all your heart. 23 For you have been born again, but not to a life that will quickly end. Your new life will last forever because it comes from the eternal, living word of God.

Love One Another LOVE ONE ANOTHER Greek words translated love Eros Eros Storge Storge Philia Philia Agape Agape

Love One Another LOVE ONE ANOTHER Greek words translated love Agape... selfless, sacrificial, unconditional, motivated by the well-being of the Agape’s object. “Agape is not the victim of emotion but the servant of one’s will.” “The opposite of agape is not hatred but selfishness.”

Love One Another Agape

Jesus’ comprehensive command Foundational pillar for the Early Church John 13:34–35 (NLT) So now I am giving you a new commandment: Love each other. Just as I have loved you, you should love each other. 35 Your love for one another will prove to the world that you are my disciples.”

Love One Another Introduction The Early Church provided a powerful witness to Jesus. 1. God’s presence in supernatural works and miracles. 2. Christians supernaturally loving one another. 3. Christians living in supernatural holiness. 4. Christians living in supernatural hope. 5. God’s truth boldly proclaimed.

Love One Another Introduction The Early Church functioned as a supernatural community in the power of the Holy Spirit. The Early Church functioned as a supernatural community in the power of the Holy Spirit. Acts 2:42 (NIV) They devoted themselves to the apostles’ teaching and to fellowship, to the breaking of bread and to prayer.

Love One Another Fellowship

How to Love One Another Eliminate Obstacles to Love 1. Unforgiveness 2. Selfishness (consumer vs. servant)

Love One Another How to Love One Another Eliminate Obstacles to Love Obey One Another Commands

 Accept one another, then, just as Christ accepted you... Ro 15:7  Bear one another's burdens (due to sin)... Gal 6:2  Build up one another... Ro 14:19  Comfort one another... 1 Thess 4:18  Pray for one another... Ja 5:16  Be compassionate to one another... Eph 4:32  Encourage one another... 1 Thess 5:11  Be kind to one another... Eph 4:32  Honor one another... Ro 12:10  Love one another... Ro 13:8  Exhort one another... Heb 10:24  Teach one another... Col 3:16  Admonish one another with all wisdom... Col 3:16  Forbearing with one another in love... Eph 4:2  Care for one another... 1 Cor 12:25  Confess sins to one another... Ja 5:16  Be devoted to one another... Ro 12:10  Have fellowship with one another... 1 Jn 1:7  Forgive one another... Eph 4:32  Greet one another... Ro 16:16  Be hospitable to one another... 1 Pet 4:9  Serve one another... Gal 5:13  Submit to one another... Eph 5:21  Don’t lie to one another... Col 3:9

Love One Another How to Love One Another Eliminate Obstacles to Love Obey One Another Commands Proactively Love One Another

Love One Another Proactively Love One Another 1. Remember how God has loved you. (Matt 18:23-35) 2. Remember God is impartial. 3. Genuinely receive, accept, and welcome. (Luke 19:1-9) Bear with one another Bear with one another Be kind to one another Be kind to one another

Love One Another Proactively Love One Another 4. Surrender yourself to God to love when inconvenient and difficult. 5. Forgive one another and ask forgiveness. (Matt 18:23-35) Confess sin to one another Confess sin to one another

Love One Another Proactively Love One Another 6. Serve one another (Matt 20:20-28; Phil 2:5-8) Be hospitable Be hospitable Pray for one another Pray for one another 7. Bear others’ burdens (John 21:15-19)

Love One Another Proactively Love One Another 7. Exhort/Encourage one another (John 21:15-19) Build up...Care for one another Build up...Care for one another Honor one another Honor one another 9. Admonish one another(Matt 16:21-23)

Love One Another Proactively Love One Another 10. Remember God’s design for and command to His Church. Be devoted to one another Be devoted to one another Submit to one another Submit to one another

Love One Another Removing Obstacles to Real Love UnforgivenessSelfishness

Empowering Passionate Disciples Equipping people to passionately Live like Jesus lived, Do what Jesus did, and Advance His kingdom together.