Worship = Obedient Lifestyle
Psalm 100
We worship through music
We worship by adoring God
We worship by serving God
We worship by trusting His heart
We worship by surrendering our will to Him
The Journey Continues: What We Need
1 Peter 5:8-14
The Bottom Line
The one constant on the Journey is Christ. We can count on Him to lead us every step of the way, as He will never leave us or forsake us.
We need protection (v. 8-9a)
We need a disposition
We need to understand the Devil
We need determination
We need perspective (vv. 9b-11)
We need to understand our common experiences
We need to value His intent
We need to embrace the objective: His eternal glory
We need people (vv. 12-14)
We need faithful brothers (and sisters)
We need the Church(es)
We need leaders
We need Christ, and His peace
Final Thought
What do you want Me to do for you? (Mark 10:51)
A Life That Glorifies God
1 Peter 4:1-11
Adopt the attitude of Christ
Abstain from things the world cherishes
Alert yourself that the end is near
Facing Rejection
1 Peter 3:8-22
How do I face a rejecting world?
Do gospel good together (vv. 8-12)
Hope in suffering (vv. 13-17)
Trust Jesus as your Suffering Victor (vv. 18-22)
Moving Toward Maturity
1 Peter 2:1-10
Be in the Word
Build on the Rock
Boldly proclaim the glorious Message
Living the Strange Life
1 Peter 1:13-25
Walk in holiness
Walk in fear of the Lord
Walk with genuine love for others
Hopeful Living in Difficult Days
1 Peter 1:1-12
Remember your true identity
Be mindful of your full inheritance
Stand firm in your faith…
…through intaking the truths and promises of God’s Word
Run to Win
Hebrews 12:1-3
How can I live faithfully to God for my whole life?
How can I run to win?
By throwing off distractions and sin
By refusing to give up
By focusing on Jesus
The Life Worth Living
John 1:35-51
Start by knowing Jesus and being known by Him
Commit to following Jesus and be changed
Share Jesus with others and be used greatly by Him
A Relentless Love for Sick Souls
Luke 5:17-26
Be aware of the greatest need of those around you
Be on relentless mission to bring people to Jesus for healing
Be expectant for God to do the miraculous
The Call to Make Disciples
Matthew 4:18-22
God chooses the willing, not the polished
God desires for us to be with Him, so that we might be effective for Him
God calls His disciples to be disciple-makers
True Love: From Start to Finish
1 John 4:7-21
Experience the source of true love
Express the evidence of God’s love experienced
Experience the assurance of God’s love
Extend the proper response to God’s love
Two Ways to Live
Luke 12:13-21, 31-34
What are you living for?
Two Ways to Live:
How to waste your life (vv. 13-21)
How to invest your life…forever (vv. 31-34)
Find your security, hope, and happiness in what lasts forever
Get rid of what is wasting your life by investing in what really matters
What you live for reveals what you really love!
On The Long Road After Easter
Luke 24:13-35
Receive His seeking with open and humble hearts
Rest in fellowship with Him through His Word
Respond with passion to tell of Him to others
Easter: The Greatest Comeback Ever
Matthew 28:1-10
What Does it Really Matter?
Christ’s resurrection changes the way you should view life.
Christ’s resurrection changes the way you should view death.
Thank God for Good Friday
Isaiah 53:4-6
He bore our pain
He bore our punishment
He brought us peace
A Very Religious Easter...Without God
Matthew 21:12-17, 23-32
Stop Practicing Empty Religion
Religion that…
Is superstitious rather than pure in worship
Knows it all, rather than looking for God
Manipulates God, rather than seeking truth
Values appearance over Gospel transformation
The Worship God Deserves
Malachi 1:6-14
Worthy Worship Begins With A Holy Reverence
Worthy Worship Requires Our Total Commitment
We Show Commitment Through Sacrifice
We Show Commitment Through Pursuing Excellence
We Show Commitment Through Our Priorities
We Show Commitment Through Personal Integrity