Love God, Serve Others, Tell the Story
Sermons on Gospel (Page 2)
LEVITICUS 16 The high priest had to be holy to offer a sacrifice for the people (v.11-14). Why would the high priest need to offer a sacrifice for His sins? How is our sacrifice superior to theirs? (II Corinthians 5:21) The forgiveness of sins requires a blood sacrifice (v.15-19). What is the logic behind a…
LUKE 8:4-15 Jesus told stories on subjects that were familiar to His hearers (v.4-8). Why is it important to illustrate with stories that the people can relate to? What is the blessing of an understandable message (Ephesians 3:3-4)? Jesus shared the meaning of His stories with those who asked (v.9-10). Why is it important that…
ISAIAH 55:1-7 Only a true thirsting for the water of life will satisfy your soul (v.1-2). What happens to us when we seek things that do not satisfy our souls? What do you think of the quote: “Each of us has about as much of God as we want.” Giving your attention to God will…
EPHESIANS 4:17-24 Introduction: This Tuesday marks the 500th anniversary of the Reformation movement, but what other significant events and individuals allow us to have freedom in Christ today? Worldliness progresses along a specific path (v.17-18). How does hardness of heart lead to ignorance then to worldliness? What can we do to prevent our hearts from…
JOHN 10:10 Jesus came so that we can have life abundantly (John 10:10). How is life more abundant with our Good Shepherd? How many people would describe you as living abundantly? What can we do to better realize this abundant life? Jesus gives abundant life to those who follow Him (Luke 9:23). How does Jesus’…
Listen to Van Sprague’s discussion on God’s unchanging message for us…
ACTS 10:1-48 Cornelius was a pre-covenant believer (v. 1-8). How do we see sincere seekers who are not yet born in Christ? How can we encourage sincere seekers to continue their search? Peter had to be persuaded to see Cornelius as a potential brother (v.9-23). What mental gyrations did Peter have to make to receive…
ACTS 26:24-29 Non-Christians do not understand our joy in the message (v.24). What message had Paul been sharing? (v.2-23) What is it about the behavior of a Christian that bewilders others? What devotion and delight in your life is puzzling to others? The message in which we delight is both true and serious (v.25). Why…
Jesus was impelled to be where He could bless a woman in need (v.4-8). Why did Jesus have to go through Samaria? What will motivate us to take similar detours? Jesus shared a spiritual message that applied to the situation (v.10,13). What values will initiate spiritual conversations? What compassion makes sure that our conversation applies…
Listen to Jodi Luke’s summary of her mission work in Italy and her upcoming mission work in Scotland. Apologies, as the recording starts a few seconds into her presentation.