BELIEVE THE WORD

John 6:46-54

November 6^th 2022

Intro - Jesus had just come from Samaria where we are told many believed because of His word (Jn.6:41). To not believe the bible is to not believe Jesus. Jn.1:1, 14

I. Believers by faith believe the Bible is God's word.

            A. Every part is inspired by God. 2Tim.3:16, Lk.4:21

            B. Man cannot pick and choose what he thinks is inspired by God. Matt.4:4, Mt.5:18, Mt.24:35

            C. Nothing can be added or taken away from God's word. Rev.22:18-19

II. The royal official believed Jesus.

            A. The title suggest he worked for King Herod. Lk.8:3, Acts 13:1

            B. He came and made his request. Is.55:6, 1Pet.5:7

            C. He believed the word. Heb.11:6, 2Tim.1:12

III. Godly leaders lead others to faith in Christ.

            A. He shared his faith with his household. vs 53

            B. Best way to lead your children to faith is to have faith yourself. Prov.22:6

            C. Unbelieving leaders try to get people to doubt God's word. James 3:1

Con. - Your eternal life depends on whether or not you believe the Bible. Only those who believe will repent and call on Jesus for salvation.

THAT YOU MAY KNOW

Matthew 9:1-8

October 23, 2022

Intro- Jesus wants you to know that you are saved. That you are ready for eternity, ready to die. So how can we know for sure that we are saved and that we will go to heaven when we die?

I. Know Who can forgive sin. 1-5

            A. Only Jesus can forgive your sin. Acts 4:12, 1Jn.1:7

            B. Believing that Jesus died for you will forgive you is what saves you. Rom.10:9

            C. Repentance shows you have put your faith in Jesus. Lk.13:3, Acts 3:19

            D. Not all believed. Heb.11:6

II. Know that He will forgive you. 6

            A. This promise is for everyone who believes. Jn.3:16, 2Peter 3:9

            B. IF you ask He forgives. Rom.10:13, 1Jn.1:9

            C. God cannot lie.  Num.23:19, Titus 1:2, Heb.6:17-19

III. Know that a change takes place. 7-8

            A. You become a new creation. 2Cor.5:17

            B. You have a desire to do God's will. Eph.4:21-24

            C. Jesus comes into your heart. Acts 2:38, Rom.8:16, Rom.8:9-11, 1Jn.5:12-13

Con. So the question is have you done what Scripture says you must do? Confess, repent, believe and ask Jesus to save you. If you have done that then you know that you are saved.

INVITED BUT UNPREPARED

Matthew 22:1-14

October 30^th, 2022

Intro - It was an occasion where you had to be dressed properly but to refuse to come would be an insult because the one giving the wedding feast provided the attire that needed to be worn.

I. The first group that was invited. (3)

            A. Represents the Jewish nation.  Deut.7:6, Is.43:10

            B. The Messiah (bridegroom) would come through them. Gen.12:3, Amos 3:2

            C. They rejected the bridegroom (Messiah).  (5-6)

            D. They were punished for their rejection. (7) But not forgotten. Rom.11:25, 28-29

II. The second group invited.  (9)

            A. Is represented by the gentiles. Acts 13:47, Gal.3:8, Hosea 1:10, 2:23

            B. They do accept Jesus as the Messiah.  Acts 11:18, 13:46, 28:28

III. Some came without the proper attire. (11)

            A. Wedding robes were provided. He apparently didn't think it was necessary.

            B. Christ invites us to the marriage feast of the Lamb and offers the clothing we need.  Is.61:10

Con. To reject God's plan of salvation is to be lost forever.  Jn.14:6

HE IS YOUR PRAISE

Deut. 10:12-22

October, 16^th, 2022

I. Fear and love.

            A. To recognize His power, He is omnipotent.  Luke 12:4-5, Jn.12:43, Mal.1:6

            B. We should also love God.

                        1. By keeping His commandments. Jn.14:15

                        2. By seeking to serve Him. Mt.22:37

                        3. Our respect and reverence will increase. 1Jn.4:18

II Repent.

            A. They talked like believers but were not.

                        1. They went through the rituals. Matt.15:8

                        2. They were still rebelling against God. Ps.78:8, Is.46:12

            B. God calls on them to stop rebelling. vs 16

            C. Instead they should cling to Him. De.13:4, Jn.15:4, 1Jn.2:28

III. Praise God for what He has done.

            A. Praise Him for all your blessings.  Ps.103:2

            B. For His salvation, share your testimony. Jn.19:35

Con. - Is your life filled with praise to God?  Praise Him for who He is and what He has done for you.