Setting the scene and context for our next sermon series on the book of the Philippians. Acts 16 & Philippians 1:1-11 This sermon was in an interactive group discussion style. Much of the discussion has been omitted due to sound, however the points are summarised throughout.
Jonah Obeys
The Ninevites responded to a grumpy prophet; how much more readily should we be prepared to respond to a glorious Saviour? Jonah 3
Jesus Arrested
The greatest miscarriage of justice involved agreements with darkness, fear, falsehood and injustice. In the light of Jesus these things, which still affect us today, hold no power over us. John 18-19:16
Man Born Blind
We apologise that due to technical difficulties we are not able to provide audio for this talk
The Official’s Son
There are no barriers which can stand in the way of Jesus coming to us, what barriers do you need to take to Him and declare that He is more powerful? John 4:43-54
What was the Early Church Like?
A look through Luke’s ‘summary statements’ in the book of Acts, to discover what the early church was like. Acts 2:42-47, 4:32-35, 5:12-16, 6:7, 9:31, 12:24, 16:5, 19:20, 28:30-21
Jubilee Vision – This is our mission
What are we called to do and what does it mean to be Jubilee in our everyday lives?
Kindness
The kindness of God causes lives to turn around and for people to come back into His presence. 2 Samuel 9
Who is Jesus?
Jesus is one of a kind – the greatest one who has ever been and who ever will be. Luke 9: 18-51
Faith and Compassion
Two examples of Jesus bringing about the year of the Lord’s favour. Luke 7: 1-17 You can watch the reading of Luke 7:1-17 by following this link: Gospel of Luke – Chapter 7 | LUMO Gospel Films (it’s the first 3 minutes)
Jesus’ Kingdom Manifesto
Jesus’ Kingdom manifesto is about proclamation of good news, advocating justice and compassion for all. Luke 4: 14-30
Remember the Poor
We need to engage our hearts and get angry at injustice. Nehemiah 5