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THE PARABLES 4. THE WEDDING FEAST (Matt 22:1-14)
1. THE INVITATIONS Sent by the King (v 1-7) 2. THE WEDDING HALL Filled by the King (v 8-10) 3. THE MAN Rejected by the King (v 11-14)
LIVING IN THE LIGHT AND LOVE OF GOD (1 John 1:1-4)
The Foundational Truths: 1. God is Light 2. God is Love “Doctrinal orthodoxy that neglects holy living does not lead to congregations that demonstrate the gospel. Wrong living is as much a denial of the gospel as wrong thinking.” 1. Christ, our Life, is eternal (v1) 2. Christ was made visible (v2) 3….
A WHOLE NEW WORLD! (Isaiah 65:17-25)
THE NEW WORLD MANIFESTO: Healing for the nations (v17) Restoration of joy and gladness (v18) Removal of all causes of tears and distress (v19) Guaranteed fulfilment (v20) Perfect justice – with no exceptions (v20) A satisfying and enjoyable society (v21) Stability to live life ‘to the max’ (v22) No more tragedy or terror (v23) Accessibility…
A CHARTER FOR CHURCH (Acts 11:19-30)
1. SPEAK OUT! (v19-20) a) ALL need to hear so ALL need to speak b) Use natural connections c) Use appropriate concepts 2. STAND OUT! (v21-26) a) God’s blessing makes the disciples bold b) God’s kingdom is being built c) God’s grace is on display d) God’s church is characterised by goodness, faithfulness, steadfastness…
CHURCH PLANTING! (Acts 13:1-12)
1. THE TEAM! (v1-3) Spiritual leaders worshipping, fasting, praying, sending Saul & Barnabas 2. THE TASK! (v4-5) They proclaim the word of God 3. THE TEST! a) Of Falsehood – Elymas b) Of Division – John Mark c) Of Conversion – Sergius Paulus
CONTENTMENT (Philippians 4:10-20)
1. PRINCIPLES! Joyfulness (v10) Thankfulness (v14-18) Contentedness (v11-12) 2. PROMISES! “I can do all things through Him who strengthens me” (v13) “And my God will supply every need of yours according to His riches in glory in Christ Jesus.” (v19) 3. PRAISE! “To our God and Father be glory for ever and ever. Amen.” (v20)