Sermon from August 26

The Newness of Christ

Matthew 9: 14 - 17

1. While we wait for Jesus' return, this is the time for fasting and praying.
2. New wine expands as it ferments.
3. Jesus doesn't try to patch up your life. Instead he gives you a new one.
----------------------------2 Corinthians 5:17
4. Our challenge is to keep our faith new every day.
5. His mercies are new every morning. Lamentations 3: 22 - 24
6. Aesop said "familiarity breeds contempt".
7. We must never become so comfortable with God that we fail to fear him.

Sermon from August 19

The Incredible Walk of Faith

Matthew 14: 22 - 33

1. Don't be afraid when Jesus comes walking into your storm.
2. Don't let anything you've learned stop you from coming to Jesus. Romans 3:4
3. It's better to be out in the danger with Jesus, than in a safe spot without him.
4. When you walk on the water you better keep your eyes fixed on Jesus at all times! Hebrews 12:2
5. If you look around you, your faith will begin to leave you.
6. When Jesus accepted the disciples' worship, he claimed to be God.

Sermon from August 12

Ecclesiastes 12

The Conclusion of the Matter

1. What a waste to wait until the end of your life to begin a relationship with God.
2. Too many people live for themselves, intent on giving God their leftovers. Put God first when you are young and strong.
3. It's never too late to accept Christ, but every day with Jesus is sweeter than the day before.
4. The conclusion of the matter is to fear God and obey his commandments. This is why we were created.
5. Life is not always fair, but enjoy the good gifts from God and know that he will bring every deed to judgment. (Nothing is hidden from him.)

Sermon From August 5

Ecclesiastes 11: 1 - 10

1. The Net Bible says, "Send your grain overseas, for after many days you will get a return. Divide your merchandise among seven or even eight investments, for you do not know what calamity may happen on earth."
2. If we wait until conditions are perfect, we'll never go into business.
3. In business, it is a good idea to diversify. Today, this means go to college and learn more than one skill.
4. Don't forget to secure your eternity.
5. Enjoy every day of your life, but know that God will judge your decisions and that youth is fleeting.