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"All scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine,
for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness: That the man
of God may be perfect, thoroughly furnished unto all good works."
-- 2 Timothy 3:16-17

Complete (John 1:35-51)

8/27/2017

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John 1:35-51

  • Big Idea
    • Being complete disciples means being known, as we make Christ known.
  • Just Fans                                                                                                                                
    • We can be fans of Jesus without actually following Him. John 1:29
    • We all need to make our own decision about Jesus. John 1:35-37
  • What Do You Want?                                                                                                                  
    • What do you seek? John 1:38
    • To be a complete disciple is a higher calling than health and wealth. Matthew 5:48
  • Come and See                                                                                                                     
    • Jesus gives people who genuinely seek Him the same invitation: "Come and see." John 1:39
    • We're supposed to figure things out with friends. John 1:40-42
  • Follow                                                                                                                          
    • Christ's forgiveness shapes us. John 1:42-50
    • Complete disciples make disciples. John 1:51; 1 4:12, 19  
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Making (Matthew 28:16-20)

8/20/2017

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Making 
Matthew 28:16-20

  • Big Idea
    • Making disciples is impossible – apart from Christ's presence among us. \
  • Why Are We Here?                                                                                                                   
    • God has called us to Him. Matthew 28:16
    • Disciples show up! 1 Corinthians 15:6; John 4:28
  • When We See Him…                                                                                                              
    • Christ's presence prompts abandon. Matthew 28:17; 2 Corinthians 5:20  
    • We lose focus of Jesus. John 1:3; Hebrews 1:3
  • What's Required?                                                                                                                  
    • Believing in Jesus includes submitting to His authority. Matthew 28:18
    • In Christ authority equals freedom.
  • What's Our Calling?                                                                                                                 
    • Jesus calls His followers to go and represent His kingdom in the world. Matthew 28:18-20  
    • We're to teach complete obedience to Christ. John 13:34-35; 1 John 3:15
  • How Can We Follow?                                                                                                             
    • Christ's presence empowers us to make disciples. Matthew 1:23; Matthew 28:20a
    • We can lift our eyes to Jesus. Matthew 28:20b 
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Samson (Judges 13-16)

8/6/2017

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Samson 
Judges 13-16

  • Big Idea:
    • There is only one Deliverer who is mighty to save.
  • Samson's Story                                                                                                               
    • Keeping vows are a way to show a person's inner dedication.  Judges 13:1-25; Numbers 6:1-21. 
    • God uses imperfect people, but He never condones sinful behavior.  Judges 14:1-20
    • We see a pattern of getting even in Samson's life. Judges 15:1-15  
    • Our rebellion catches up with us. Judges 16:1-21; Galatians 6:7
    • Samson was always blind. Judges 16:21-31
  • Our Story                                                                                                                               
    • All who believe in Jesus the King receive sight and never die. Judges 21:25; Mark 10:50-52 
    • "Do not be overcome by evil, but overcome evil with good." Romans 12:21                                                                                                                                               
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