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January
2012
1 Thessalonians 4:13-18
Sermon given by Pastor Larry Bennett
Intro: It could be this year—no prophecy is left to be fulfilled. This could be the year Jesus returns. If we truly believe this it will change our lives forever.
I. The background of the rapture. 1 Thessalonians 4:13-15
A. Confusion - because they misunderstood about the death of believers being asleep.
B. Certainty – the dead (in Christ) will be part of the rapture and Jesus is coming back.
II. The events of the rapture. 1 Thessalonians 4:16-17
A. A return of Jesus with the voice of the archangel and trumpet of God.
B. A resurrection. 1 Corinthians 15:55
C. A rapture.
D. A reunion with believers and with the Lord Jesus Christ.
III. The timing of the rapture.
A. No one knows. Matthew 24:36
B. We can know the seasons. Matthew 24:33
C. Live with expectancy.
IV. The impact of the rapture.
A. Are you going up when Christ comes back? How can I know? Romans 3:23 and Romans 6:23
B. Who are you taking with you? So share the Gospel.
C. Are you ready to meet Jesus Christ? 1 John 2:28
D. Do you need hope today? 1 Thessalonians 4:18 Why would the rapture give hope—because death is not the end.
Maranatha – Jesus is coming again!
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January
2012
Sermon given by Pastor Carl Broggi
Intro: We are commanded to be filled with the Holy Spirit—it is an ongoing ministry of God.
I. Why talk about being filled with the Spirit?
II. What does it mean to be filled with the Spirit?
III. Why are not all Christians filled with the Spirit?
IV. What are the conditions of being filled with the Spirit?
V. How does someone stay filled with the Spirit?
Personal Application
1. You cannot disobey God’s Word and not be affected. Ephesians 5:5-6
2. Are you filled with the Holy Spirit? Romans 13:14
3. Walk in the Spirit—Acts 4:31
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January
2012
Obadiah 1-21
Sermon given by Pastor Carl Broggi
Intro: You cannot disobey God’s Word and not be affected. Obadiah = servant of the Lord.
1. The historical background of Obadiah’s day.
2. The historical background of the prophet himself.
3. An overview of the book of Obadiah.
I. The certainty of Edom’s doom. Obadiah 1-9
A. Edom’s doom is certain in spite of her strength.
B. Edom’s doom is certain in spite of her allies.
C. Edom’s doom is certain in spite of her wisdom.
II. The cause for Edom’s doom. Obadiah 10-14
A. Edom ignored Judah’s need.
B. Edom rejoiced in Judah’s demise.
C. Edom prevented Judah’s escape.
III. The consequences from Edom’s doom. Obadiah 15-21
A. The nations will be judged.
B. Judah will be delivered.
C. Christ will rule as Lord.
Personal Application
1. God will bring every injustice to justice. Galatians 6:7-9
2. Nations will meet God in judgment. Genesis 12:3
3. Today flee to God!
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January
2012
John 6:16-21
Sermon given by: Pastor Carl Broggi
Intro: We are all going to face trials so that we may learn the significance of this miracle.
I. The tempest that overtook them. John 6:17-18 and Mark 6:45-46
II. The terror that overwhelmed them. John 6:19
III. The tenderness that overshadowed them. John 6:20 and Romans 8:28
Personal Application
1. He brought me in the storm. The storm did not take God by surprise.
2. He will help me grow because of the storm. James 1:3
3. He is praying for me through the storm. Mark 6:47-48
4. He will come to me in the storm. Mark 6:51-52
5. He will see me through the storm. John 6:21
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December
2011
Matthew 2:1-12
Sermon given by: Pastor Carl Broggi
Intro: God still does miracles!
I. The context of their worship.
A. The name of the wise men.
B. The number of the wise men.
C. The nationality of the wise men.
D. The nature of the wise men.
II. The character of their worship.
A. They worshipped Him as a Sovereign King. (Gold for royalty)
B. They worshipped Him as Sinless Deity. (Frankincense for purity)
C. They worshipped Him as Suffering Savior. (Myrrh for death)
Personal Application
1. Do you hate Christ?
2. Do you have a passion for Christ?
3. Do you adore Christ?
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December
2011
Luke 1:26-38
Sermon given by: Pastor Larry Bennett
Intro: God can and still does miracles in the lives of His people.
I. The Background to a miracle. Luke 1:26
A. A specific time in history.
B. A needy time.
II. The candidate (the condition of a person) for a miracle. Luke 1:26-28
A. One who is ordinary.
B. One in need of God’s grace. Ephesians 1:5-6
C. One in need of God’s presence.
III. The God of miracles. Luke 1:29-37
A. Recognizing our inability.
B. Reality of God’s ability.
C. Reassurance of God’s ability.
IV. The response to miracles. Luke 1:38
A. Surrender to God’s will.
B. Rest in what is true.
*God walks with you no matter where you are*
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December
2011
Haggai 1:1-15
Sermon given by: Pastor Carl Broggi
Intro: What does the Bible say about financial priorities?
1. The rationalization of the people. Haggai 1:1-2
2. The reasoning of the Lord. Haggai 1:3-6
3. The finances of the people. Haggai 1:7-15
*God says it is time to get your priorities in order. Haggai 2:17
Personal Application
1. Are you in financial bondage?
2. Do you suffer from chronic backsliding? Malachi 3:7-8
3. God doesn’t want your money, He wants you! Acts 17:25 and Psalm 24:1
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November
2011
Philippians 4:10-20
Sermon given by: Pastor Carl Broggi
Intro: Most Americans have become so ungrateful.
1. We must know how to wait. Philippians 4:10
2. We must know how to want. Philippians 4:11-13
3. We must know how to receive. Philippians 4:14-20
Personal Application
1. Am I generous?
2. Am I content?
3. Am I saved?
*God is interested in you—to give you something—the JOY OF SALVATION*
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November
2011
Jeremiah 1:1-7
Sermon given by: Pastor Larry Bennett
Intro: What do we need to hear to be strong and healthy for these days?
I. I have value and worth as an individual. Jeremiah 1:5
A. Created by God.
B. Relationship with God.
C. Provides freedom.
II. I am loved by God because. Jeremiah 1:5, John 1:12
A. Of my relationship of love.
B. Of His unconditional love.
C. It provides sense of security.
III. Having purpose in this world is tied to: Jeremiah 1:5-7
A. Knowing God.
B. Living for God.
C. Being used by God.
D. His direction.
*Set your life aside to glorify God*
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November
2011
John 8:1-11
Sermon given by: Pastor Larry Bennett
Intro: We may feel God has not forgiven us.
I. The issue at hand = guilt. John 8:1-6
A. The accusers of guilt.
B. The accusation of guilt.
C. The trap of guilt.
II. The solution at hand = Jesus Christ. John 8:6-11
A. Broke the priority of guilt.
B. Broke the penalty of guilt.
III. The lessons at hand = freedom.
A. From the condemnation of God.
B. From the condemnation of others.
C. From the condemning of ourselves.
D. To change our lives.
*Let go of the rocks that you throw at yourself*
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