1 Samuel 1:1-2:11 - Helpless Man, Sovereign God (Part 1)

Helpless Man, Sovereign God
King of Kings, Part 1
1 Samuel 1:1-2:11

Where are we at in Israel’s history?
– In Promised Land
– Worship at Tabernacle
– Dry spiritually
What is the narrative of 1 Samuel?
– Eli, Samuel, Saul, David
What are the theological themes of 1 Samuel?
– Kingship of God/Sovereignty of God
– Importance of obeying God’s word from the heart.
How do we apply 1 Samuel to our lives?
– God’s character
– God’s works
– Spiritual Lessons
– Foreshadowing of King Jesus

1. Helplessness – God closes (1:1-8)
– Her Barrenness
– Her Rival
– Her husband’s counsel
2. Prayerfulness – God hears (1:9-18)
– She prays passionately
– She vows sincerely
3. Fruitfulness – God remembers (1:19-28)
– Bigger than just Hannah
4. Faithfulness – God is glorified (2:1-11)
– Action
– Word

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The Expressions of Worship

The Expressions of Worship

Every part of our Church gatherings are worship

• Word
• Ordinances
• Prayer
• Music

What are the honest and reverent responses to the Glory and Holiness of God?
1. The binding factor in all division is the Gospel.
2. The Worship of the Church should be Christ-centered.

An honest and reverent response towards God is one that is acted upon within the limits of the Gospel of Christ, in all its dimensions.

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The Meaning of Worship

The Meaning of Worship

What is it and why do we do it?

Worship is an honest and reverent response to the Glory and Holiness of God.

What does it mean to God?

It means God is blessed by his own glorification in community worship.

i. This community worship glorifies God by stating truth about Him and His works.

ii. This community worship glorifies God by the united voice of the saints.

What does it mean to us? 

It means we are blessed through glorifying God in all His Holiness.

i. We are most satisfied in life when we worship God according to His true worth.

ii. This experience is also individual. God does something to our personal lives.

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2 Cor. 7:8-10 - The Blessing of Repentance

The Blessing of Repentance

2 Cor. 7:8-10

What is Repentance?

- Change of heart/change of action

- The flip side of faith (Acts 20:21)

- Gift of God (2 Tim. 2:25)

- Initial and Ongoing (1 John 1:9)

- Heart/Mind/Will (Job 42:5-6, Psalm 32:5, Matt. 3:8)

Why Practice Repentance?

- Those who don’t repent do not know Jesus and are destined for God's wrath. (Luke 13:3, 5)

- Those who don't repent don't grow in holiness. (2 Cor. 7:10)

- Those who don't repent open themselves up to depression. (Psalm 32:3-4)

- Those who don’t repent lose the joy of salvation. (Psalm 51:12)

- Those who don’t repent do not impact the world for Jesus. (Rev. 2:5)

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Joshua 24:15 - Father's Day

Joshua 24:15
Father's Day

1. A Father points his children towards the Ultimate Goal
2. A Father maintains the Faith
3. A Father breaks the Bonds
4. A Father is the image of the Heavenly Father
     a. Discipline
     b. Love and Compassion

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Colossians 4:2-18 - Greater Impact (Part 9)

Colossians 4:2-18
Greater Impact
Greater

1. Behind the Scenes - Pray Consistently (4:2-4)
A. How to Pray
- Steadfast
- Alert
- Thankful
B. What to Pray For
- Open doors
- Clear speech
2. In the trenches - Live Wisely (4:5-6)
A. Plan
- Contact with unbelievers
- Take advantage of every opportunity
B. Speak
- Let grace flow
- Show that the gospel is satisfying with your words.
- Answer individuals

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Colossians 3:19-4:1 - Greater Household (Part 8)

Greater, Part 8
Greater Household
Colossians 3:19-4:1

I. Christ has a design for you as a new creature (vs. 3:1-4)

• Your "blueprint" design (Psalm 139:13; Jeremiah 1:5; Galatians 1:15)
• Your "born again" design (John 3)

• Our "journey" design (Colossians 1:28)\
• Our "destination" design (Revelation 7:9)

II. Christ is developing a new household (vs. 3:18-4:1)

• Know your foundation options (Matthew 7:24-27)
• Lives' venues are opportunities for us to develop toward our design (Romans 8:28)
• Pre-venue counseling
• The value of being a believer who is single (1Corinthians 15:54-58)
• The value of being married (Joshua 10:25)
• The value of being married without children or with children (1Peter 1:3-6)
• Mid-venue counseling
• Single believer Mid-Course Renewal Alerts
• Wife and husband Mid-Course Renewal Alerts
• Parents and children Mid-Course Renewal Alerts

• Spiritual Renewal Course (Colossians 3:12-17)
• Single and never alone
• Married with purpose
• Family road trip
• THE WHY! (3:18, 19) "as is fitting in the Lord;" "for this is well pleasing to the Lord"
• Life as a slave is a present brutal reality! (Colossians 3:22-25)
• How does a born again believer in Jesus Christ live as a slave?
• Know who you are in Christ!
• Your sincere heart and service and obedience depends on who the Lord is
• Your work will be as for the Lord
• THE WHY! It's not about your reward on earth (3:24) "Know that you will receive the reward of your inheritance"
• How does a born again believer in Jesus Christ live as a slave owner?
• Grant justice and fairness
• THE WHY! It's not about your status (4:1) "Know that you have a master in heaven"

III. Christ is preparing a place for us! (John 14:1-3)

• Our transforming completeness in Christ is our preparation for that heavenly household
• We put on the attitude and distinctions of Christ (Colossians 3:12-17)
• We are participating in a greater renewal (Colossians 3:11) "Christ is all and in all."
• Earthly distinctions will no longer be emphasized (Galatians 3:28) "For all of you who were baptized into Christ have clothed yourself in Christ."
• Try to see our greater household as John the Beloved sees it when he is taken into glory (Revelation 7:9-17)
• THE BIG WHY! (Revelation 7:17)

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