Lovest Thou Me More than These?
We analyze Jesus and Peter's interaction during his post resurrection ministry. We also look at the implications to the follower of Christ and those who minister on his behalf.
Believest Thou? Thou shalt see greater things
Nathanael believes on Jesus because of Jesus' indication of seeing him, presumably alone or praying to God. We look at God's omnipresence and how faith is triggered and grows in our lives.
Why callest thou me good?
We look at the trinity and how Jesus loves by cutting to the core issue.
Who touched my clothes?: A closer look at virtue
Jesus is thronged with people but understands that someone touched him and his power flowed. We look at what virtue is and what is the catalyst for power in our lives.
Do you know what I did to you? - Servant Leadership
Jesus washes the disciples' feet, but the lesson is more than simple humility. Jesus exposes us to a servant leadership style that must encompass all of our ministry.
Who seekest Thou?
Jesus asks Mary why she is crying and who she is seeking. We look at how actions and thoughts can be driven by emotion and how Biblical knowledge of a resurrected Christ can drive our emotions and actions.
A Mustard Seed Kingdom
We look at why Jesus compared the Kingdom of God (and Kingdom of Heaven) to a mustard seed.
Watch and Pray; Sleep not
Jesus asks Peter and the disciples why they are sleeping? We explore the 'oil press' of Gathsemane, and the charge to us today to watch and not sleep.
Discipleship Conference Review - Bearing Fruit
We look at one of the messages from the 2022 Discipleship Conference; Bearing Fruit out of John 15. We review the different types of branches and how to be fruit bearing.
The Discipleship Culture
Every church has a culture, but that doesn’t mean it’s discipleship culture. This week we will look at some of the distinctions of what a discipleship making culture looks like
Perfecting Love
Jesus redefines love by stretching the boundaries and context to love more than those who love you back. He places perfect love in the context of sacrifice.
Are Ye Able?
Jesus responds to James & John and their mother when approached about sitting near him in his kingdom and glory. We explore the differences in the passage and the commitments we make to the Lord.
Rendering unto God, that which is God's
Jesus is dealing with the pharisees who are attacking him, and he teaches a simple lesson that who/what someone is identified with, is whose he is.
Wilt thou be made whole?
Jesus heals a man who was seeking other solutions for his problems; those solutions created other problems. The spiritually minded minister must discern the true problems (aka root cause).
How many loaves have ye?
Jesus asks the disciples how much food they have to provide for those following him. We look at fasting and the responsibility of shepherds to provide. Lastly, the provision is often, right in our hands.
The Humanity in Christ's Resurrection
Jesus confronts his disciples regarding the fear they have at seeing him resurrected. His resurrection should not illicit fear, but rather communion
Counting the Cost and Bearing the Cross
Jesus in speaking to the multitudes challenges them to follow him to the point of counting the cost and bearing the cross, using interesting examples.
Which Did the Will of the Father?
We explore the questions Jesus asked around the parable of the two sons; one who said he would work, but didn't and the one who said he wouldn't but did.
Where are those thine accusers?
Jesus asks a woman caught in adultery, “where are those thine accusers?”". In this sermon we look at the purpose and application of the law and the ministry of grace.