Sermons

Called to Maturity in the Church The pursuit of Christ is more than just starting a relationship with Jesus, there is an important element of spiritual growth. Gifts given to the church to bring us to “be mature in the Lord measuring up to the full and complete standard of Christ” Ephesians 4: 13 2. Supernatural Gifts. We forget that… Continue reading Current of the Holy Spirit 2

 No thoughts of God Calling on the Lord Genesis 4: 25 This is actually a blasphemy happening here People are rejecting God and beginning to curse Him Jewish tradition Adam and Eve lived away from others bitter Enoch went to visit cave and talk about life before the fall Enoch enraptured with talk he was taken away Adam came out… Continue reading 2 Corinthians 10: 1 – 6

The Wind of the Spirit Looked a a number of words that zI don’t expect you to remember, but the meanings are important. This is Peregrinatio the great adventure. Perechoresis the dance of God John 3: 8 The wind blows wherever it pleases.  ( cloth of the Holy Spirit )You hear its sound, but you cannot tell where it is… Continue reading The Wind of the Spirit

  Questions?  [email protected] 1.  Paul’s Confidence in their willingness to give. Vs 1, 2 Although it is not needed, Paul writes to the Corinthians about their need to give. Paul may be using sarcasm here again because he has written two chapters about this subject The problem is they were enthusiastic about wanting to give, but now they are not… Continue reading 2 Corinthians 9

1.  Bearing Fruit – John 15:4, John 5:17 2.  Perechoresis 3.  Peregrinatio – John 3:8 4.  Gifts Given – Ephesians 4:2-13

We are talking about the grace of giving Paul is sharing two examples with the people The Macedonians They gave even in their poverty They gave of themselves first then their money. Jesus He gave out of his character Though he was rich, he became poor for us Perichoresis Making room for another to move. Movement – Choreography- Jesus did… Continue reading The Wild Goose

Word Dwelling in us. John 15: 6, 7, 8 “Anyone who doesn’t remain in me is thrown away like a useless branch and withers. Such branches are gathered into a pile to be burned.But if you remain in me and my words remain in you, you may ask for anything you want and it will be granted. When you produce… Continue reading Ask and it Will Be Given

We are looking at the area of giving in order to meet the need in Jerusalem The example that he used in giving is the Macedonian church Under intense trials they were still able to give They were excited at the opportunity They gave of themselves first Now we will see the other example of why we should give. The… Continue reading 2 Corinthians 8: 9

The general theme of 8: 1 through 9: 15 is the collection for the Judean Christians.  This offering was to be taken at Corinth on behalf of all the poor people in judea.  Pau spoke about this int he context of the resurrection in 1 Corinthians 16: 1.  There was a dire need.  Paul begins this section by speaking about… Continue reading 2 Corinthians 8: 1 – 8

1.  Paul’s concern and relief over the Corinthians. 5 – 7   The purpose of 2 Corinthians is to answer questions about his first letter. In 2 Corinthians 2:11 Paul was talking to them about a man that was living in sin by sleeping with his father’s wife He then went on a digression about the glory of being a… Continue reading 2 Corinthians 7: 5- 16

1. Ask What You Will John 15: 7 But if you remain in me and my words remain in you, you may ask for anything you want and it will be granted.  When you produce much fruit, you are my true disciples.  This brings great glory to my Father. Produce much fruit Prove you are my true disciples This brings… Continue reading Ask Seek and Knock Part 1

Paul was talking about the trials that he is facing on behalf of the Corinthians. Troubles = Many Afflictions of believers Hardships = Requirements of the law Justice Mercy Faith Calamities = perplexities that we cannot figure out They are running into people accusing them of many things. People despise them Vs 8 They slander them. Vs 8 Called imposters… Continue reading 2 Corinthians 6: 11 – 7: 4