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Issues of War & Peace Mar 18, 2003

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Issues of War & Peace: As Christians and as Christ's church, what position should we take regarding war versus peace?Sermon Notes:Perspectives on War and Morality Crusade Cost-Benefit Analysis Pacifism Just War Theory Going-to-war considerations legitimate authority just cause right intention/motives proportionality likelihood of success Conducting warfare proportionality non-combatant immunity Additional theological considerations Global church Nature of patriotism/nationalism Impact on missions/evangelism Why evangelicals don't speak out much against war policies Scepticism about "official" church pronouncements Dissatisfaction with selective use of biblical passages Presumption of "subjection" to authority (Romans 13) America and "chosen nation" thinking Individualizing of authority Spiritual issues John Calvin's warning: Rules for "competing pray-ers" Keep praying about what matters to you. Focus on underlying issues. Pray for those whom you consider to be your enemies. Acknowledge that you may be wrong in the way you view things. (Psalm 139: 23-24).

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The Award that Belongs in the Desk Mar 15, 2003

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The Award that Belongs in the Desk: Humility and PrideHymns & Songs: `We Gather Together`This Is My Song`Eternal Father, Strong to Save`Let There Be Peace on Earth

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The Award that Belongs in the Desk - Audio Mar 15, 2003

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The Award that Belongs in the Desk: Humility and PrideHymns & Songs: `We Gather Together`This Is My Song`Eternal Father, Strong to Save`Let There Be Peace on Earth

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Christ Mar 11, 2003

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Christ: Understanding Jesus Christ as the central figure in the Book of Revelation.Sermon Notes:A New Perspective (v. 16) Illustration (The blind man and the elephant) Everything is spiritual-you use your vision to see others as God sees them A New Person (v. 17) A new creature- like a snake becoming an eagle In Christ- nothing remains the same A New Purpose (v. 18) All things are of God- no longer living for self A heavenly calling A New Power (v. 19) The word of reconciliation (Jeremiah 23:29; Romans 1:16; Hebrews 4:12) A New Position (v. 20-21) As Christ died on the cross in our stead So we take the gospel to others in His stead An ambassador Conclusion- Are you walking in newness of life? How do you see others? Are you a new creature in Christ? Do you trust God to strengthen you? Are you walking worthy of your vocation? "Even so we should walk in newness of life."

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Parable of the Soils Mar 08, 2003

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Parable of the Soils: If Jesus is who He claims, why doesn't everyone believe?Hymns & Songs:`Throughout These Lenten Days and Nights`O Sing a Song of Bethlehem`Fairest Lord Jesus`Lord of the Dance

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When the Honeymoon is Over Mar 01, 2003

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When the Honeymoon is OverHymns & Songs:`Joyful, Joyful We Adore Thee`Lauda Anima (Praise My Soul the King of Heaven)`For the Beauty of the Earth`Joy to the WorldSermon Notes:What It Is: What It Is Not: How to Get It: How to Lose It: How to Get It Back:

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What are the 'Last Days' and Who are the Main Players? Mar 01, 2003

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What are the 'Last Days' and Who are the Main Players?: What are the prevalent perspectives on how the world will end? Hymns & Songs:`Lord, Who Throughout`I Will Sing of My Redeemer`Jesus, Remember Me`Create In Me A Clean Heart`O Calvary's LambSermon Notes:The Study of Eschatology (Last Things) Every religion has eschatology - how does it all end? Eastern (Hindu and Bhuddist) Nirvana is the goal through differing worlds of destruction and recreation to get there. Judaism - Daniel's prophecies and the Coming Messiah. Zionist debate: Do we build Israel or is that Messiah's call? Islam - Allah and the great judgement (Jesus - one of the prophets returns, but as a Muslim: Jesus is revered but never worshipped) Christendom's Primary Colors of the Last Days (Think Impressionist's Painting - Broad colors and strokes) The Biblical Divisions This Age The Age to Come The Church Trying to Piece the Biblical Puzzle Together Technically, the "last days" began at Pentecost. (Acts 2) But what about the "last scene" of world history. Preterist - The teaching that all prophecy is fulfilled (i.e. previous) and that "this age" is slowly becoming "the age to come". Postmillenial - The teaching that Christ returns after the church has triumphantly ushered in the Kingdom. The "Christianizing" of the world. Premillenialism - The teaching that Christ returns to usher in a literal 1,000 year reign on earth. Before that is the intensifying of the evils of "this age." Historic Amillenialism - The teaching that there is no literal 1,000 year reign, but that Christ returns to an evil world, then Christ ushers in the Kingdom. Dispensationalism - The teaching that there are seven "dispensations" or "eras" that make up history. There was the dispensation of Israel - now we are in the "church dispensation." Christ will "rapture the church" away, Israel will be used again, and Christ will return and set up a literal 1,000-year reign before the eternal state. Matthew 24 - What were Jesus and His Disciples Talking About? The obvious question - when is the "age to come" going to kick off? (Remember that this is post Palm Sunday.) The coming destruction of the Temple. (Titus in 70 AD) It's not as simple as the disciples thought it was going to be. If the Messiah ushers in the Kingdom, where is it?! Kingdom Theology (Cullman, Ladd. etc.) - Israel was the vehicle for the kingdom of God. The church is now the vehicle. The Kingdom is present in a "mystery form" right now. Fulfillment without consummation A splinter of the future has invaded the present in the mission and Person of Jesus the Christ. Christ will return and establish God's final Rule and Reign. Jesus' admonition No fear - God is firmly in control. (It'll get rough- but its okay) No hate - Most people's love will grow cold. No despair - There is glory and joy headed your way, if....we are in Him.

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Hezekiah's Deal with God Feb 22, 2003

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Hezekiah's Deal with God: It's not 'when will we die?' but 'when will we ever start to live?'Hymns & Songs:`Guide Me, O Thou Great Jehovah`Sanctus`Amazing GraceSermon Notes:1) King Hezekiah - A Good King whom God Used a. More about Hezekiah than any king since Solomon. b. Wrote a bright chapter in a gloomy story. 2) King Hezekiah faces the ultimate test - Death a. When bad things happen to good people, or when good things happen to bad people. Who told us it should be different? b. How long are the days that are written for us? (Psalm 139:16) 3) Hezekiah's Request a. The stunning result and the power of prayer. b. The disappointing years that were given. - Babylon and Manasseh. c. Can we talk God into second best? d. It's not "when will we die?" - but "when will we ever start to live?"

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Josiah's Revival Feb 15, 2003

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Josiah's Revival: How responsible are we for what goes on in our lives?

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Ahab, Jezebel & Elijah Feb 08, 2003

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Ahab, Jezebel & Elijah: The influence of leadership for good or evil.Hymns & Songs:`Rejoice, Ye Pure in Heart`Praise His Holy Name`You Satisfy the Hungry Heart`The Lord's Prayer

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