Category: Sermon Notes

2026 THEME: Still the ONE!

SERIES THEME: There’s No Place like Home

Title: We Speak Jesus

Scripture: Col. 1:15-22

I. JESUS IS PREEMINENT

What does Col. 1:15-17 say about Jesus?

1. He was the (exact image of God). (v.15)
2. He is (supreme over creation). (v.16)
3. He is (before all things). (v.17a)
4. He holds (all things together). (v.17b)

II. JESUS IS THE HEAD

Paul describes the church as a kingdom, a vineyard, a family, a flock, and a bride. But the most
profound is as a (body). See I Cor. 12:12-27

See also Eph. 4:15-16 and Col. 1:18- No (man) is the (head of the church).

III. JESUS IS THE SAVIOR

How does Paul describe us in Col. 1:18-22?

1. We were his (enemies).
2. We were also (reconciled) to Him.
3. We are (holy and blameless).

Conclude with two thoughts:

1. Make Christ (first in everything). Mt. 6:33; Col. 3:17
2. Refocus our (attention on Christ).

Next week: We Speak Fresh Starts
Scripture: Philemon

2026 THEME: Still the ONE!

SERIES THEME: There’s No Place like Home

Title: We Speak Truth

Scripture: Eph. 2:19-22

I. ABOUT GOD’S JUDGMENT

What truth does Romans 1 teach us?

1. God does not approve of (homosexuality).
2. God’s judgment is (real).
3. God’s truth and judgment (never changes).

II. ABOUT MAN’S SIN

A graphic description of sin from Rom. 3:9-28:

1. Sin (separates) the whole human race (from God). (10-12)
2. Sin is in (every part) of us. (13-18)
3. Sin is (illuminated) by the Law. (19-20)

There is a way out!

1) Verse 21- God shows us (how to be made right).
2) Verse 22- Made right by (placing our faith in Christ).
3) Verse 23- Sin includes (all of us).
4) Verse 24- Gives us (hope).
5) Verse 25- Hope comes from (Christ).

Next week: We Speak Jesus
Scripture: Col. 1:15-22

2026 THEME: Still the ONE!

SERIES THEME: There’s No Place like Home

Title: We Speak Safe Place

Scripture: Eph. 2:19-22

I. WHAT IS A HOME?

Three important lessons to remember:

1. Some homes are run like a (business).
2. A house (is not a home).
3. A home is not (an organization).

II. WHEN DOES A CHURCH FEEL LIKE A HOME?

Why people look for a church:

1. (Disappear)
2. They like the (music) or (preaching).
3. Their (kids) like it.

The Christian life cannot be lived properly as a (loner).

Talking points to consider in the future:

1. This doesn’t happen (on its own).
2. People must see beyond (blurred vision).
3. Retains the (simplicity of worship).
4. People are (welcomed).
5. (Names) matter more than (numbers).

Refer to Psalm 68:4-6a

Next week: We Speak Truth
Scripture: Rom. 1:18-32; 2:1-16; 3:9-28

2026 THEME: Still the ONE!

SERIES THEME: Break Those Chains!!

Title: The Elephant in the Room

Scripture: Pr. 4:23-27; 2 Cor. 10:3-5

I. THE COMMONALITY OF THE ELEPHANT

Statistics to consider:

• • • Globally, 1 every 40 second
    • Nearly 1 million worldwide
    • Every 15 minutes in the U.S.
    • 1 in 5 involve a war vet
    • Males= 5 times more often
    • 2 nd leading cause of death among college students
    • Females highest aged 45-54
    • 3 rd leading cause aged 15-24
    • 4 th leading cause aged 10-14
    • For every successful, 25 unsuccessful

From: Unanswered by Dr. Jeremiah Johnston

II. DEALING WITH THE ELEPHANT

Question: Is suicide the “Unpardonable Sin?” (NO) See Eph. 1:13

What does Elijah teach us?

1. 1. 1. 1. No one is (immune).
         2. God speaks to us (in the quiet).
         3. You are (not alone) and you don’t have (to do this) alone.
         4. Jesus is (still listening) and (healing) the hopeless.

Next week: Cory and Cassidy Fountain- Team Expansion in England

2026 THEME: Still the ONE!

SERIES THEME: Break Those Chains!!

Title: Hot Under the Collar

Scripture: Eph. 4:26-27

I. DESCRIBING ANGER

5 levels of anger:

1. 1. 1. 1. (Irritation).
         2. (Indignation).
         3. (Wrath).
         4. (Fury).
         5. (Rage).

Several observations about anger:

1. 1. 1. 1. Anger is a (God-given emotion).
         2. Anger is not necessarily (sinful).
         3. Anger must have (safeguards).

II. DEFEATING ANGER’S PULL

5 responses people have:

1. 1. 1. 1. (Repress it).
         2. (Suppress it).
         3. Express it (negatively).
         4. Express it (positively).
         5. (Confess it).

Practical help from the Scripture:

1. 1. 1. 1. (Be slow) to anger. Eccl. 7:9
         2. Know you can’t do this (on your own).
         3. (Don’t hang out) with angry people.
         4. Get out of (God’s way)!

2026 Theme: Still the ONE!
Series Theme: Break Those Chains!
Next week: The Elephant in the Room
Scripture: Pr. 4:23-27; 2 Cor. 10:3-5

2026 THEME: Still the ONE!

SERIES THEME: Break Those Chains!!

Title: A Tough Thing to Do

Scripture: Mt. 18:21-32; Luke 15:25-32

I. DEFINING FORGIVENESS

What it IS NOT:

1. Waiting for time (to heal all wounds).
2. Letting the guilty (“off the hook”).
3. (Reconciliation).
4. Excusing (unjust behavior).
5. (Not stuffing) your anger.
6. (Not denying) the hurt.
7. Not being a (doormat).

What it IS:

1. Dismissing the (debt).
2. Dismissing the demand you are (owed something).
3. Dismissing, canceling, or (setting someone free).

II. DEPICTING FORGIVENESS

Two biblical examples:

1. Matthew 18:21-35
2. Luke 15:25-32

2026 Theme: Still the ONE!
Series Theme: Break Those Chains!
Next week: Hot Under the Collar
Scripture: Eph. 4:26-27; multiple other Scriptures

2026 THEME: Still the ONE!

SERIES THEME: Break Those Chains!!

Title: Making Yourself Small

Scripture: Pr. 14:30; I Peter 2:1-3

“Envy and jealousy invading my mind/Envy and jealousy they make me so small.”
Sweet Comfort Band (1984)

I. MAKING YOURSELF SMALL

The word literally means (to boil within).

Envy- a “have not” who resents everyone else who does have.
Jealousy- has something but afraid of losing it. Shakespeare called it (the green sickness)

What are the symptoms of envy?

1. (Comparison)
2. (Criticizing and complaining)
3. (Ingratitude)
4. (Hatred)

II. OVERCOMING YOUR SMALLNESS

How do we get rid of envy and jealousy?

1. (Renounce) envy and jealousy as sin.
2. (Remember) the other person in prayer.
3. (Reaffirm) God’s greatness to you.
4. (Rekindle) God’s love in your heart.

2026 Theme: Still the ONE!
Series Theme: Break Those Chains!
Next week: A Tough Thing to Do
Scripture: Matt. 18:21-35; Lk. 15:25-32

2026 THEME: Still the ONE!

SERIES THEME: Break Those Chains!!

Title: 3 Essentials & 3 Nails

Scripture: Psalm 13:1-6; Joshua 1:1-9

“Our enemy (speaking of Satan) likes to isolate us so that he can elevate our struggles as being unique and unrelatable. But thankfully, God given us the Scriptures that are full of shared struggles and overwhelming grace.”  Giglio

I. THREE ESSENTIALS TO BELIEVE

“We are a bunch of imperfect people pursuing a perfect God.” Red Rocks Church

3 essentials we must believe:

1. You are not (crazy).
2. You are not (alone). Psalm 139:7-12 and Ps.13
3. This (will end).

II. 3 NAILS TO DRIVE

Nail #1- God is with you…even if you (can’t feel it).
Nail #2- God is working…even if you (can’t see it).
Nail #3- God has a plan…even if you (can’t understand it).
Next week: Making Yourself Small- Pr. 14:30; I Peter 2:1-3

Next week: 2026 Theme: Still the ONE!
NEW Series Theme: Break Those Chains!
Series: week: Making Yourself Small
Scripture: Pr. 14:30; I Peter 2:1-3