2023 THEME: Victory!

Series: The Lamb Wins

TITLE: Here Comes the Umbrella!

Scripture:  Revelation 7:1-17

Revelation 7 shows us we are under God’s (umbrella), God’s (protection).

I.   THE PROMISE OF PROTECTION                                                                 

Last week’s recap:

1. 1. 1. 1. The church should live (adventurously).
         2. The church should live (dangerously).
         3. The church should live (fearlessly).

Chapter 7 is called an (interlude), a (calm before the storm).

What is “the seal?” Those under the seal have an (unchanging salvation relationship) with God and the Lamb.  A seal (authenticates) what it is used on or where seen.

What is the 144,000? (the church of all ages).

II.   THE PROMISE OF PRESENCE                                                

In verse 9 we are about to (join a worship service).

Highlight a change: Verse 17…The (Lamb) becomes the (Shepherd).

The shepherd doesn’t leave his sheep (unattended). One of the most important qualities of any shepherd is to (care for) and attend to the (needs of his flock).

God is (trustworthy).

Next Week: Theme: Victory! (A Youth Sermon)

Title: Enjoy Life! Ecclesiastes 11:7-12:14

2023 THEME: Victory!

Series: The Lamb Wins

TITLE: Here Comes Trouble!

Scripture:  Revelation 6:9-17

I. THE PROMISE OF PERSECUTION

Recap of the first 4 seals and the horses. They describe the conditions that will prevail on earth
until (the coming of the Lord in judgment).

5 th Seal: Followers of Christ can expect (to suffer), to be (martyrs) in some cases. Persecution will
come in some way.

“Revelation is written not as a guide on how to avoid persecution, but rather as encouragement
to endure persecution faithfully.” (Guthrie-p.112)

6 th Seal:

1. 1. 1. 1. When we die, we go (directly to heaven).
         2. Although God’s judgments are delayed, (they will come).
         3. God’s verdict (will overturn) man’s verdict against His people.

II. THE PROMISE OF DISASTER

One aspect of the 6 th seal which will not go away: the (terror of judgment day).

Notice the response of the people in verse 16.

A summary of chapter 6:

1. 1. 1. 1. The church should expect to live (adventurously).
         2. The church should expect to live (dangerously).
         3. The church should expect to live (fearlessly).

Next Week: Theme: Victory! Series: The Lamb Wins!

Title: Here Comes the Umbrella! Revelation 7:1-17

2023 THEME: Victory!

Series: The Lamb Wins

TITLE: Here Come the Horses!

Scripture:  Revelation 6:1-8

 I.        THE PROMISE MADE                                                                 

A quick recap so far:

1. 1. 1. 1. The 4 basic views
         2. Chapter 1- Purpose of Revelation and its focus on (Jesus)
         3. Chapters 2-3-  Seven churches of Asia
         4. Chapter 4- Brought us into the (presence of God) and worship. God is (holy), (sovereign) and (eternal).
         5. Chapter 5- The Lamb is a (Lion) and the only One able to open the scroll.

The Promise: God is (in charge) and all world events are (controlled by Jesus Christ).

II.        THE PROMISE OF JUDGMENT                                                 

The four seals and the four horses:

• • • • Seal #1: The (white) horse.  Meaning?
      • Seal #2: The (red) horse. Meaning?
      • Seal #3: The (black) horse. Meaning?
      • Seal #4: The (pale) horse. Meaning?

Next Week: Theme: Victory! Series: The Lamb Wins!

Title: Here Come Trouble! Revelation 6:9-17

2023 THEME: Victory!

Series: Faith Over Fear

TITLE: Be Free!

Scripture:  John 8:31-38

I.   WHERE HAVE WE BEEN?                                                                 

Highlight #1:  Mark 4:35-41 shows us that Jesus is always on the job…even when He appears to be asleep.

Highlight #2:  Jesus spoke to worry and anxiety in Matthew 6.

Highlight #3:  There are 3 essentials you must believe.  You are not (crazy). You are not (alone). This will (end).

Highlight #4:  Slaying the giant of worry requires we do two things. (Pray). Change your (perspective).

Highlight #5:  Understand the battleground is not (flesh and blood), but where we cannot see.

II.   WHAT NOW?          

1. 1. 1. Remember the certainty of (God’s Promises).
      2. Remember the grace of (salvation).
      3. Remember the care of your (Heavenly Father).
      4. Remember your dependence on (prayer).

Next Week: Theme: Victory! Series: The Lamb Wins!

Title: Here Come the Horses! Revelation 6:1-8

2023 THEME: Victory!

Series: Faith Over Fear

TITLE: Drive a Nail Through These Truths!

Scripture:  Joshua 1:9; 3:15-16; 6

“Calling is a truth that God calls us to Himself so decisively that everything we are, everything we do, and everything we have is invested with a special devotion and dynamism lived out as a response to His summons and service.” Os Guinness-The Call-p.4

  I.   REVIEWING THE PLAN

4 things we have to stop to start:

1. 1. 1. 1. 1. 1. Stop (pretending).
               2. Stop holding on to (unforgiveness).
               3. Stop (performing).
               4. Stop (comparing).

II.  DRIVING THE NAILS

Statement #1: God is with you…(even if you can’t feel it).

Statement #2: God is working…(even if you can’t see it).

Statement #3: God has a plan…(even if you can’t understand it).

Next Week: Theme: Victory! Series: Faith Over Fear

Title: Be Free! John 8:31-38

MEN SPEAKING ON FATHER’S DAY

1^ST SERVICE

Wayne Akerson- Cornelius

Tony Roberts- Job

Andy Wood- Solomon

Scott Herrington- Ethiopian eunuch

Terrie MacMorran- Ananias (Acts 9)

2^ND SERVICE

Joe Pavich- Joseph

Jeff Carlson- Josiah

Westin Linville- Job

Ryan White- Stephen

Steve Pendleton- Paul

2023 THEME: Victory!

Series: Faith Over Fear

TITLE: Go Back to Go Forward

Scripture:  Joshua 4:5-7

   I.        THE BATTLEGROUND                                                                

Much of the battle of mental health (begins in the mind).

Eph. 6:12 says, “Our battle is not against flesh and blood, but…”

(Remembering) what God has done for us is a massive weapon for (defeating) anxiety and depression.

   II.        THE BATTLE STRATEGY               

Getting the entire nation through the Jordan River was an impossible task (unless God intervened)!

What kind of memorial do we want?

1.       Remember what God has (brought you through).

2.       Remember what God has (promised you).

·         Stating (God’s faithfulness) is one thing: (believing) it when the tough times come is another.

3.       Remember God (is going with you).

Verse to memorize and remember: Joshua 1:9

Next Week: Special Father’s Day presentation

2023 THEME: Victory!

Series: Faith Over Fear

TITLE: Bringing the Giant to its knees

Scripture:  Philippians 4:6-9

     I.        THE GIANT CALLED WORRY                          

“Worry is like a thin stream of fear trickling through the mind. If encouraged, it cuts a channel into which all other thoughts are drained.” Roche {Quote in “Worry” by Giglio-p.x}

4 lies of worry:

1.       Something (really bad) is going to happen.

2.       The more you worry about it, the better your odds of (avoiding it).

3.       I was born a (worrier).

4.       I can (control the outcome) by worrying.

   II.        SLAYING THE GIANT          

The solution to worry is not (a plan); it is (a Person).

2 approaches to worry:

1.       (Pray).  Phil.4:6-7

2.       (Change your perspective).  Called the 4:8 Principle

Next Week: Theme: Victory! Series: Faith Over Fear

Sermon Title: Go Back to Go Forward- Joshua 4:5-7

2023 THEME: Victory!

Series: Faith Over Fear

TITLE: Three Essentials You MUST Believe!

Scripture:  Psalm 13:1-2, 5-6

    I.        YOU ARE NOT CRAZY                                                              

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

Stop seeing yourself as a (freak) an (outcast) or a (misfit) and take a second to see yourself as a child of God.  You are a child of God, just like the rest of us.  You are slightly broken, just like the rest of us.   Attacking Anxiety – Shawn Johnson -p.26

   II.        YOU ARE NOT ALONE                                             

Truth from Psalm 13: The discrepancy was between (feelings) and (belief), between what he (felt) and what he knew to be (true). This chapter shows just one of the reasons why relying or trusting in our feelings is so (dangerous).

  III.        THIS WILL END

3 sayings worth remembering:

1. 1. 1. 1. 1. 1. The greater the test, the greater the testimony.
               2. With God, nothing is impossible
               3. God is not going to just you or your loved one though this season: He’s building a testimony that can change the world around you for the rest of your life.

Next Week: Theme: Victory! Series: Faith Over Fear

Sermon Title: Bringing the Giant to Its Knees- Phil.4:6-9

2023 THEME: Victory!

Series: Faith Over Fear

TITLE: Who Me? Worry?

Scripture:  Matthew 6:25-34

I.    GETTING A HANDLE ON WORRY                                                              

“Worry is an old man with bended head, carrying a load of feathers which he thinks are lead.”          Corrie ten Boom

Characteristics of worry:

1. 1. 1. 1. Worry keeps you from enjoying (what you have). (v.25)
         2. Worry makes you forget (your worth). (v.26)
         3. Worry is (ineffective). (v.27)
         4. Worry erases (God’s promises) from your mind. (Vv.28-30)
         5. Worry is (irreligious). (Vv.31-32)

II.   FINDING A SOLUTION TO WORRY                                             

Practical advice from Jesus:

1. 1. 1. 1. Establish (our priorities) (Mt. 6:33)
         2. Set a correct (course of action)
            1. Don’t dwell on tomorrow’s (stress)
            2. Don’t dwell on yesterday’s (messes)
            3. Don’t dwell on yesterday’s (success)
            4. Don’t dwell on yesterday’s (distress)

Next Week: Theme: Victory! Series: Faith Over Fear

Sermon Title: Three Essentials You MUST Believe! Psalm 13:1-2,5-6