Why would God love someone: As bad as me? So insignificant? 1. God is love! (Job 42:5-6; 1 Cor. 15:9) 2. God’s love covers your sins. (1 Peter 4:8; Luke 15; Titus 3:4-5) 3. God’s love makes you significant. (Jeremiah 31:3; Luke 15; John 3:16) Romans 8:38-39 “God is…” We are beginning [...]
Scripture: Luke 15:11-24 What the prodigal son’s dad did when his son came home. 1. He ran. An expression of the Father’s sacrifice 2. He kissed. An expression of the Father’s love 3. He gave. The robe - acceptance The ring - restoration The sandals – freedom 4. He partied. The Father’s attempt to restore relationships [...]
Stop Acting Like A Christian: Be One! Scripture: Matthew 9:35-38; 18:11 Reasons Jesus was moved with compassion: 1. Jesus saw their separated condition. 2. Jesus saw their hell-bound destination. 3. Jesus saw their despair without a shepherd. Three Responsibilities of a Christian: 1. Visualize 2. Agonize 3. Evangelize Stop Acting Like A Christian – Be [...]