English Sermon: Koinonia

Koinonia

“The grace of the Lord Jesus Christ and the love of God and the fellowship of the Holy Spirit be with you all.”

— 2 Corinthians 13:14 (ESV)

“So if there is any encouragement in Christ, any comfort from love, any participation (koinonia) in the Spirit, any affection and sympathy, complete my joy by being of the same mind, having the same love, being in full accord and of one mind.”

— Philippians 2:1-2 (ESV)

“And they devoted themselves to the apostles’ teaching and the fellowship (koinonia), to the breaking of bread and the prayers. And awe came upon every soul, and many wonders and signs were being done through the apostles. And all who believed were together and had all things in common (koina). And they were selling their possessions and belongings and distributing the proceeds to all, as any had need. And day by day, attending the temple together and breaking bread in their homes, they received their food with glad and generous hearts, praising God and having favor with all the people. And the Lord added to their number day by day those who were being saved.”

— Acts 2:42-47 (ESV)

Sunday Sermon: Are We Beloved To God?

Are We Beloved To God?

“And said, O man greatly beloved, fear not: peace be unto thee, be strong, yea, be strong. And when he had spoken unto me, I was strengthened, and said, Let my lord speak; for thou hast strengthened me.”

— Daniel 10:19 (KJV)

“O my dove, in the clefts of the rock,
in the crannies of the cliff,
let me see your face,
let me hear your voice,
for your voice is sweet,
and your face is lovely.”

— Song of Solomon 2:14 (KJV)

1. Daniel's Decision

   • Daniel 1:8 “But Daniel purposed in his heart that he would not defile himself with the portion of the king's meat, nor with the wine which he drank: therefore he requested of the prince of the eunuchs that he might not defile himself.”

     • Psalms 119:11 - “Thy word have I hid in mine heart, that I might not sin against thee.”

2. Daniel's Prayer

   • Daniel 6:10 “…he kneeled upon his knees three times a day, and prayed, and gave thanks before his God, as he did aforetime.”

3. Daniel's Priority

   • Daniel 12:3 “And they that be wise shall shine as the brightness of the firmament; and they that turn many to righteousness as the stars for ever and ever.”

     • Proverbs 15:24 “The way of life is above to the wise, that he may depart from hell beneath.”

     • Proverbs 10:5 “He that gathereth in summer is a wise son: but he that sleepeth in harvest is a son that causeth shame.”

4. Daniel's Hope and Portion

   • Daniel 12:13 “But go thou thy way till the end be: for thou shalt rest, and stand in thy lot at the end of the days.”

English Sermon: Rise Up and Walk

Rise Up and Walk

“One day Peter and John were going up to the temple at the time of prayer—at three in the afternoon. Now a man who was lame from birth was being carried to the temple gate called Beautiful, where he was put every day to beg from those going into the temple courts. When he saw Peter and John about to enter, he asked them for money. Peter looked straight at him, as did John. Then Peter said, “Look at us!” So the man gave them his attention, expecting to get something from them.

Then Peter said, “Silver or gold I do not have, but what I do have I give you. In the name of Jesus Christ of Nazareth, walk.” Taking him by the right hand, he helped him up, and instantly the man’s feet and ankles became strong. He jumped to his feet and began to walk. Then he went with them into the temple courts, walking and jumping, and praising God. When all the people saw him walking and praising God, they recognized him as the same man who used to sit begging at the temple gate called Beautiful, and they were filled with wonder and amazement at what had happened to him.”

— Acts 3:1-10 (NIV)

Sunday Sermon: Are We Prepared For A Journey?

Are We Prepared For A Journey?

“These are the days of the years of Abraham’s life, 175 years. Abraham breathed his last and died in a good old age, an old man and full of years, and was gathered to his people. Isaac and Ishmael his sons buried him in the cave of Machpelah, in the field of Ephron the son of Zohar the Hittite, east of Mamre,”

— Genesis 25:7-9 (ESV)

“Then the Lord said to Abram, “Know for certain that your offspring will be sojourners in a land that is not theirs and will be servants there, and they will be afflicted for four hundred years. But I will bring judgment on the nation that they serve, and afterward they shall come out with great possessions. As for you, you shall go to your fathers in peace; you shall be buried in a good old age.”

— Genesis 15:13-15 (ESV)

• Abraham Died In Peace (A Promise made to him by God in Genesis 15:13-15)

• Abraham Died In Faith - Hebrews 11:13

• Paul’s Faith Journey and A Peaceful Death

1. 2 Timothy 4:7, 4:10, 4:13, 16-17, 20

2. 1 Corinthians 4:9-13

English Sermon: You're Not Too Far To Turn Around

You're Not Too Far To Turn Around

“Simon, Simon, behold, Satan demanded to have you, that he might sift you like wheat, but I have prayed for you that your faith may not fail. And when you have turned again, strengthen your brothers.” Peter said to him, “Lord, I am ready to go with you both to prison and to death.”

— Luke 22:31-33 (ESV)

• Acts 2:37-41

• Ephesians 4:25-32

• 1 Peter 2:1-3

• Hebrews 5:11-14

• 1 John 3:9-10

• 1 John 2:26-27

• Lamentations 3:26-27