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Monday May 03, 2021
Monday May 03, 2021
Recalculating Faith
Student Minister Robert Varner
Acts 16:6-10
Recalculating faith means . . .
I. . . . listening to God . . . (vv. 6–8)
1. God says no to good plans . . .
2. . . . To make way for the best plans
II. . . . to receive a new vision for the future . . . (v. 9)
1. Paul focused on the mission.
2. Paul focused on the future.
III. . . . and responding in obedience. (v. 10)
- They trusted the calling.
- They immediately took action.
Monday Apr 26, 2021
Monday Apr 26, 2021
Recalculating: Moving Forward
Matthew 26:33-35, 69-75; John 21:15-19
Pastor Jayson Workman
South Gate — April 25, 2021
Introduction
Romans 5:20 but where sin increased, grace abounded all the more.
Romans 8:1 There is therefore now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus.
Instead of seeing your struggle and past as a stopping place, begin to view it as a starting point to learn, grow, and recalculate.
It’s not that our desires or the destination are wrong—it’s that God has to develop our faith before we can move forward into the future.
- Mistaken Declaration (Matthew 26:33–35)
- We often don’t know ourselves like God knows us.
- We often don’t know where we need to grow.
Quote: “There, but for the grace of God, go I.” —John Bradford
- Making a Mess (Matthew 26:69-75)
- Moving Forward (John 21:15-19)
We often need GRACE to begin moving forward in the right direction.
Life isn’t always about WHERE you are going or WHAT you are doing, but WHO you are becoming. When your faith is deepening, God will direct you!
“When you make mistakes, don’t let them get you down. And don’t let yourself think of them as stigmas. Make each failure a step to success.”
God uses people who fail—'cause there aren’t any other kind around.
Monday Apr 19, 2021
Monday Apr 19, 2021
Recalculating: When Doubt Sets In
Matthew 11:1-11
Pastor Jayson Workman
April 18, 2021 — South Gate
Introduction
Recalculating means we measure our success by devotion, not destination.
- Recalculating with DOUBT
Experience doesn’t always add up to the version of faith you were raised on.
- Recalculating with DISTORTION
Our unmet expectations can cause distortions about who Jesus is.
- Recalculating with DECLARATION
We often want deliverance, and instead, God offers to deepen our faith in Him.
Monday Apr 12, 2021
Monday Apr 12, 2021
Recalculating—Part 1
James 4:13-17
Pastor Jayson Workman
April 11, 2021
Introduction
When CONSIDERING the future, make sure to include the One who CONTROLS the future.
1. Understand foolishness (v. 13)
Proverbs 14:12 There is a way that seems right to a man, but its end is the way to death.
2. Understand fragility (v. 14)
Proverbs 27:1 Do not boast about tomorrow, for you do not know what a day may bring.
Psalm 90:12 So teach us to number our days that we may get a heart of wisdom.
We will either SPEND our lives, WASTE our lives, or INVEST our lives.
Recalculating includes knowing that this life is short, and God is in control.
3. Understand faith (vv. 15–17)
Our faith is integrated in all we do and consider, & we set our mind to it.
The will of God is not an OPTION, but an OBLIGATION.
When you DEPEND on God, He will DIRECT your life.
Recalculating means knowing that God is guiding us into a future He controls.
Tuesday Apr 06, 2021
Tuesday Apr 06, 2021
The Final Days of Jesus — Resurrection
Matthew 24
Pastor Jayson Workman
Introduction
The foundation of our faith is an event.
- He is risen with power over confusion. (v. 4)
- He is risen with power over doubt. (vv. 9–12)
If the disciples had doubt, so will you!
- He is risen with power over sadness. (vv. 15–17)
Genesis 3:15 I will put enmity between you and the woman, and between your offspring and her offspring; he shall bruise your head, and you shall bruise his heel.”
Genesis 22:7 And Isaac said to his father Abraham, “My father!” And he said, “Here I am, my son.” He said, “Behold, the fire and the wood, but where is the lamb for a burnt offering?”
Isaiah 55:8-9 For my thoughts are not your thoughts, neither are your ways my ways, declares the Lord. For as the heavens are higher than the earth, so are my ways higher than your ways and my thoughts than your thoughts.
We know God is FOR us, because Jesus DIED for us; not because everything WORKS out for us.
Monday Mar 29, 2021
Monday Mar 29, 2021
The Final Days of Jesus
John 19:17-30
March 28, 2021
Pastor Jayson Workman
Introduction
A life defined by the cross is transformed and lives with eternal purpose.
- The cross reveals our sin. (vv. 17–19)
Justice and forgiveness meet in harmony at the cross of Jesus Christ.
Romans 5:9-10 Since, therefore, we have now been justified by his blood, much more shall we be saved by him from the wrath of God. 10 For if while we were enemies we were reconciled to God by the death of his Son, much more, now that we are reconciled, shall we be saved by his life.
2 Corinthians 5:21 For our sake he made him to be sin who knew no sin, so that in him we might become the righteousness of God.
- The cross reveals God’s love.
Luke 19:10 For the Son of Man came to seek and to save the lost.
John 15:13 Greater love has no one than this, that someone lay down his life for his friends.
3. The cross redeems us.
- The cross requires our attention.
Committed (v. 17)
Luke 23:46 Then Jesus, calling out with a loud voice, said, “Father, into your hands I commit my spirit!” And having said this he breathed his last.
Psalm 31:5 Into your hand I commit my spirit; you have redeemed me, O Lord, faithful God.
Compassion (v. 18)
Luke 23:34 And Jesus said, “Father, forgive them, for they know not what they do.” And they cast lots to divide his garments.
Complacency (vv. 23–24)
Monday Mar 22, 2021
Monday Mar 22, 2021
The Final Days of Jesus – Rejection
Matthew 26:57-68; 27:1-2, 11-26
Robert Varner
03-21-2021
Main Point: The life of Jesus shows us that the world will reject us because of the truth.
- The world has rejected Jesus
- They rejected Jesus as Savior
- They rejected Jesus as Lord
- The world will also reject you
- Because of your faith in Jesus
- Because of your commitment to truth
III. Your response should be:
- Christlike humility and compassion
- Overwhelming joy
- Prepared to give an answer
Monday Mar 15, 2021
Monday Mar 15, 2021
The Final Days of Jesus—Betrayal
Matthew 26:47-56
March 14, 2021—South Gate
Introduction
The life of Jesus shows us how we can turn betrayal into blessing.
- Yielded to the plan of God (vv. 49–50)
- Yielded any retribution (vv. 52–53)
We cannot accomplish the plans of God with the ways of the world.
Romans 12:19 Beloved, never avenge yourselves, but leave it to the wrath of God, for it is written, “Vengeance is mine, I will repay, says the Lord.” 20 To the contrary, “if your enemy is hungry, feed him; if he is thirsty, give him something to drink; for by so doing you will heap burning coals on his head.” 21 Do not be overcome by evil, but overcome evil with good.
Matthew 5:9 Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called the sons of God.
God’s people are called to REDEMPTION, not REVENGE.
- Yielded alone (vv. 55–66)
2 Timothy 4:16-17 At my first defense no one came to stand by me, but all deserted me. May it not be charged against them! 17 But the Lord stood by me and strengthened me . . . .
Monday Mar 08, 2021
Monday Mar 08, 2021
Greatest Month of Generosity
Joshua 14:6-15
Pastor Jayson Workman
South Gate — March 7, 2021
Introduction
Vision is the ability to dream about the future and what could be.
BIG IDEA: A mountain-conquering, visionary faith is committed to and confident in the promises of God.
- People of Faith Have Confidence in God’s Word. (v. 6)
patient with the promises of God (v. 7–8)
Quote: “Faith isn't primarily a function of how you feel. Faith is living out and believing what truth is despite what you feel.” —Tim Keller
Romans 10:17 So faith comes from hearing, and hearing through the word of Christ.
personal confidence in God’s Word can be developed
- spiritual maturity
- mission of God
Matthew 16:18 And I tell you, you are Peter, and on this rock I will build my church, and the gates of hell shall not prevail against it.
- People of Faith Aren't Afraid of Challenging (vv. 8–12)
a refusal to live by fear (v. 8)
1 Timothy 1:7 for God gave us a spirit not of fear but of power and love and self-control.
A relinquished will (v. 8)
A resilient spirit (vv. 10–12)
A recognition of risk (v. 12)
- People of Faith Crave for Opportunities to Glorify God. (v. 9)
Monday Mar 01, 2021
Monday Mar 01, 2021
The Way to Witness
Pastor Andrew Reed
John 1:19-37
02-28-2021
BIG IDEA: The greatest witness shows every witness the way to witness.
Three features of the way to witness
If I embrace the way...
- I possess a humble identity (vv. 19–28).
- I profess a thorough Christology (vv. 29–34).
- I practice a focused ministry (vv. 35–37).
Tuesday Feb 23, 2021
Tuesday Feb 23, 2021
Greatest Month of Generosity
Malachi 3:6-12
02-21-2021
Pastor Jayson Workman
Monday Feb 15, 2021
Monday Feb 15, 2021
Greatest Month of Generosity
Matthew 6:19 - 24
February 14, 2021
Pastor Jayson Workman
Introduction
Generosity is not something God wants FROM us,
it’s something he wants FOR us
a generous life guarantees a life of gain
- Generosity Reveals our Faith in the Promise of God - vv.19-20
When your trust is in the promises of God your possessions belong to him.
It is not wrong to possess things, it is wrong when they possess you
Christ desires not to deprive us of treasure but to direct us in the choice of it
Whatever we think we own is just on loan.
Q - What do you think will be most important 5 minutes after you die?
- Generosity Reveals our Passion for God and His Kingdom - v.21
The PURSUIT of our hearts reveal the PASSION of our lives
- Generosity Reveals our Priority to Fully Serve God and His Kingdom -vv.22-24
Monday Feb 08, 2021
Monday Feb 08, 2021
The Greatest Month of Generosity
Matthew 25:14-30
Pastor Jayson Workman
2/5/2021
Introduction
Why would we talk about generosity?
- only 10-25% of Christ followers tithe
- most church members give 2-3%
- families that make $75K only gave 1%
Jesus commands us to give, not to get the money out of our pockets, but the idols out of our hearts.
Generosity is a mark of a spiritually mature follower.
1. Servants recognize divine distribution. (vv. 14-15)
I Corinthians 4:7 For who sees anything different in you? What do you have that you did not receive? If then you received it, why do you boast as if you did not receive it?
2. Servants rely on faith (vv. 16-20)
Proverbs 11:24-25 One gives freely, yet grows all the richer; another withholds what he should give, and only suffers want. Whoever brings blessing will be enriched, and one who waters will himself be watered.
Generosity is not something God wants from us, it's something he wants for us.
Quote: "A checkbook is a theological document; it will tell you who and what you worship." --Billy Graham
3. Servants are rewarded for faithfulness (vv. 19-27)
Quote: "We make a living by what we get, but we make a life by what we give." --Sir Winston Churchill
1 Corinthians 4:2 it is required of stewards that they be found faithful
Conclusion
Hebrews 6:10 For God is not unjust so as to overlook your work and the love that you have shown for his name in serving the saints, as you still do.
Quote: "What I spent I had, what I saved I lost, and what I gave I have."
Monday Feb 01, 2021
Tuesday Jan 19, 2021
Tuesday Jan 19, 2021
Pruned for More
John 15:1-6
Pastor Jayson Workman
South Gate - January 17, 2021
Introduction
The ABIDING life leads to an ABUNDANT life.
When God prunes your life, He is preparing you for a
POWERFUL PURPOSE
John 15:16 You did not choose me, but I chose you and appointed you that you should go and bear fruit and that your fruit should abide,
- The PROCLAMATION of Position (v. 1)
Quote: “There is not a square inch in the whole domain of our human existence over which Christ, who is Sovereign over all, does not cry, Mine!” —Andrew Kuyper
Source of SALVATION
Seek with SINGULARITY
- The PRECAUTION to the Pretender (v. 2)
- The POWER of Pruning
PRODUCTION of eternal fruit
PRESENCE of your Father
PURIFY our faith
- Pruning reveals what needs to GO.
- Pruning reveals character that needs to GROW.