PM Scripture Reading: Zephaniah 3.1-5 This Evening’s Sermon: Brent T. Willey Our Unfailing God Zephaniah 3.5 Introduction: Zephaniah warns the southern kingdom of Judah with fiery images and looming judgment (Zeph. 1.1-3). Yet, he also gives a message calling for repentance, leading to forgiveness (2.1-3). He concludes, “The Lord is righteous in her midst, he will do no unrighteousness. Every morning He brings His justice to light; He never fails, but the unjust knows no shame” (3.5). GOD’S UNFAILING RIGHTEOUSNESS & JUSTICE His Righteousness: “The Lord is righteous within her…” (Verse 5; cf., Psa. 92.15; Hosea 14.9) Judgment “begins with […]

PM Scripture Reading: 1 Corinthians 1.4-9 Brent T. Willey “God Is Faithful” Introduction: Who can we trust? Man? Rarely! (Psa. 116.11; Jer. 17.5) Consider God faithfulness, He, “who cannot lie” (Titus 1.2; cf., 2 Cor. 1.18-20; Deut. 7.9; Lam. 3.23; 1 Cor. 1.9). And so, “the just shall live by faith” (Rom. 1.17). IN YOUR DECISIONS – TRUST HIS WISDOM! Trust His words of wisdom. (Prov. 25.19; John 6.66-68) “If any of you lack wisdom…” (James 1.5). IN YOUR WEAKNESS – TRUST HIS POWER! Jesus encourages us to “ask…seek…knock” (Matt. 7.7). God can do more than we imagine! (Eph. 3.20) […]

AM Scripture Reading: Proverbs 6.16-19 This Morning’s Sermon: Brent T. Willey The Fallacy of “Unconditional Love” Introduction: It is often stated that “God hates sin but loves sinners” – often followed by, “God loves us unconditionally!” If God didn’t love sinners, He would love no one, “for all have sinned…” (Rom. 3.23). God’s love is undeniable. (Rom. 5.6-8) However, the two Greek words for “love” (agapao & phileo) do not inherently infer a lack of conditions. In His love for humanity indeed God sent His Son, but His love does not negate conditions. (John 3.16-21) Even though God loves sinners, […]

AM Scripture Reading: Isaiah 59:1-2 This Morning’s Sermon: Homer Walker, Jr. “The Hand of God” Isaiah 59:1  Introduction: The expression “Hand of God” is found many times in the Bible. “Anthropomorphism” the ascription of human attributes to deity. (1 Pet. 3:12; Ex. 33:23; Matt. 5:35) By “Metonymy” the hand of God refers to His activity and power. (1 Pet. 5:6; Eccl. 12:3) God’s hand is seen in many marvelous ways. THE HAND OF GOD IS THE HAND OF CREATION The hand of God created the world in which we live. How did the world come into existence? (Psa. 8:3-6; 19:1; […]

AM Scripture Reading: Psalm 10.1-4 This Morning’s Sermon: Brent T. Willey When “There Is No God” Psalm 10.4 Introduction: Notice the similarities between Psalm 10.4 & Psalm 14.1: Psa. 10.4: “The wicked in his proud countenance does not seek God; God is in none of his thoughts.” Psa. 14.1: “The fool has said in his heart, ‘There is no God.’ They are corrupt, they have done abominable works, there is none who does good.” The Hebrew phrase found in both verses is Ēeyn Ēlohiym, a simple phrase literally meaning: “Not God.” The “There Is No God” mentality exists today and […]

PM Scripture Reading: Psalm 119.57-64 Brent T. Willey “My Ways” Psalm 119.57-60 Introduction: Psalm 119.57-60: “You are my portion, O Lord; I have said that I would keep Your words. I entreated Your favor with my whole heart; be merciful to me according to Your word. I thought about my ways, and turned my feet to Your testimonies. I made haste, and did not delay to keep Your commandments.” What did David do? I. “I THOUGHT ABOUT MY WAYS” Man’s thoughts and ways are not God’s. (Isa. 55.8-9) Cain thought differently than God. (Gen. 4) Nadab & Abihu thought differently… […]

AM Scripture Reading: Psalm 103.8-13 This Morning’s Sermon: Brent T. Willey “JUST AS GOD FORGAVE YOU” Ephesians 4.32 Introduction: We have been quoting Ephesians 4.32 for several weeks now: “And be kind one to another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, even as God in Christ forgave you.” Not only does this emphasize that Christians are to forgive each other, but it also sets a precise guide for this forgiving spirit – “just as God in Christ forgave you” [kaqw\$ – kathōs: “according to” (Strong); “even as” (Vine)]. What does God’s perfect standard of forgiveness include? I. GOD IS WILLING TO FORGIVE […]

AM Scripture Reading: Psalm 89.30-37 This Morning’s Sermon: Brent T. Willey NONE LIKE GOD Psalm 89.30-37 Introduction: The author of the 89th Psalm is a man by the name of Ethan, the Ezrahite. (Cf., 1 Kings 4.31) In view of verses 30-37, Scripture once again indicates there is None Like God! I. GOD’S COVENANT God’s covenant with Abraham’s descendants: Beginning with Abraham (Gen. 12.1-3; 15.1-7; 17.1-8) Physical (Gen. 22.16-17) Spiritual (Gen. 12.3; 22.18; 26.4; Gal. 3.8, 28-29) Through Judah, David’s tribe! (Gen. 49.10; Jer. 23.5-6) The Law of Moses (Exod. 24.1-8; Jer. 31.31-34) Christ fulfilled this covenant! (Heb. 8.6-13) II. […]

AM Scripture Reading: Acts 17.22-28 This Morning’s Sermon: Brent T. Willey THE UNKNOWN GOD (“Though He Is Not Far From Each Of Us”) Acts 17.16-34 Introduction: The Athenians were superstitious enough to erect an altar to “the unknown God” (read vs. 23-28). They were not diligently seeking the Lord; they were feeding their own curiosities (read vs. 16-21). In “ignorance,” they needed to “repent” (read vs. 29-34). The applications for today should be obvious! I. UNBELIEF IS “WITHOUT EXCUSE” – Romans 1.20 The same preacher, the same message. (Rom. 1 & 1 Cor. 1) The invisible God is clearly seen! […]

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