Fairfield Church of Christ Sermons

Numbers 5:7-9; Heb. 7:25-28;- (Brian)Atonement is also an important word, but many people have little understanding of what it means since it is exclusively theological. A popular definition is that atonement is “at-one-ment”; in other words, it is the way that we are made one with God when we used to be alienated from Him by our sins. At the heart of the matter, that is correct. Atonement was, at one time, not a theological term but simply a common term that meant “reconciliation” and could be used of the transaction between any two parties. Over time, it took on a more exclusively theological meaning.

The word translated “atone” literally meant “to cover,” but in the Old Testament, it appears to have taken on the theological meaning of “to take away.” Even today, we can use the word cover to mean “take away”: if a person says, “Let me give you $20 to cover the bill,” this does not mean that debt will be merely covered or hidden or “swept under the rug” but that it will be paid and the obligation removed.

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Redemption" refers to the act of atoning for guilt, being rescued from evil, or repurchasing something that was sold. It is a concept central to theology, particularly Christianity, where it signifies deliverance from sin through the sacrifice of Christ.In a secular context, redemption can also describe the act of making amends, improving morally, or a financial action like repaying a debt or repurchasing a security.

I saw a sign once that I love—a lost dog sign. There was a big cash reward for whoever found the lost dog, and a description of the dog. It said, "He's only got three legs, he's blind in the left eye, he's missing a right ear, his tail has been broken off, he was neutered accidentally by a fence—ouch!—he's almost deaf, and he answers by the name 'Lucky.'" That's what redemption is all about! That dog isn't lucky! He's been through a whole lot of mess. But he's lucky because he's got an owner who loves him and wants him back. Do you know that you have a God who loves you, is seeking you out, and wants you back?

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The word serve doesn’t typically get a lot of excitement for people because it feels like work.  But the truth is that Jesus came for the purpose to save but to do so by demonstrating it as to serve.

The term "hupereteo" (or huperetes) from the New Testament is a Greek word meaning   "servant", often referring to a subordinate rower in a ship or any other kind of manual servant or minister. In the biblical context, it describes a person who serves, particularly in a subservient or subordinate role, and implies diligent service with one's hands. Using our hands and feet to serve others is ca critical biblical word.  There are lots of different ways to do it…why not get at rowing.

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Holiness is God’s essential character. The journey of the believer is INTO HOLINESS. It’s about becoming more and more distinct and separate from the fallen condition of this world. The opposite of holiness is “SAMENESS”. To be unholy is to be just the same as everybody else. Our lives should be a stark contrast to those around us who have not come into right relationship with God.

From Moses's journey from obscurity to purpose, we will discover the urgency of God's call and the necessity of reverence in His presence. Explore the significance of removing the "footwear of familiarity" and embracing the holiness of encounters with the living God. The need for us to be holy is grounded in the holiness of God. The most central attribute of God is His perfect holiness.     Let this message ignite your faith and inspire you to answer God's call with boldness and trust.

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These are the last words of Paul in his letter to Timothy.  And after giving quite a few instructions on various church matters, he is now concluding his letter with some wise advice. 

Have you noticed when you end up failing to walk in obedience to Jesus’ words your heart stops pursuing God and starts pursuing the things of the world?  Our ongoing pursuit of heavenly things should include guarding the deposit of the Gospel truths entrusted to us by God through his servants.  These truths that you hear today must be entrusted to us by God as a a good deposit and we need to guard it with our life – as parents, as elders, as teachers, as friends.   Our attempts to guard the Gospel reveals a heart that is constantly pursing God and the things of God.  We’re to enjoy the abundant life that God has for us in and through Jesus Christ.

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6:1-11 – Have you ever accidentally ruined something?  Have ever  wanted to ruin something?  Your actions are different to these extreme ways of ruining. 

I would say that success is spiritual and inward, not material and outward. Verse 6 in our text today says, “But godliness with contentment is great gain.” If you have godliness, you have great gain. You may not have the things the world can afford, but if you have God in your life, you are rich. 

This test today a few examples of what can ruin your faith quickly.  Getting on top of them before you need an overhaul is suggested by Paul to his young student Timothy.  Let’s find out what can ruin our faith if we’re not careful.

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5:1-16 - Church is a unique experience for a lot of reasons, but one reason that I think church is unique is that it brings people from a variety of backgrounds and life experiences together.

Oftentimes, you’ll meet someone who shares similar life experiences, but I hope we’re all here because it’s our heart’s desire to worship the living God and it’s our shared faith in the person and work of Jesus Christ that brings us together.   

And that’s the issue that Paul is giving Timothy advice on. He’s addressing how to pastorally handle the various relationships and circumstances within the family of God. Particularly how to say hard things to the various demographics within the church, and to care for the growing ministry towards widows within the Ephesian church.

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There are several metaphors throughout the New Testament illustrating the nature of the Christian life and Christian community.  All the metaphors in 1 Timothy 4 are embedded with the need for training, for spiritual disciplines and practices which strengthen faith and promote spiritual health - Muscle training.

If you dedicate yourself to these things, there will be no room for entertaining wacky stories which have no basis in truth. Instead, there will be lush spiritual growth, teachable spirits, humble service, supportive beliefs, compassionate ministry, and open fellowship. 

The high values of the worthy servant of Christ need to be both used and guarded.  Just as your body  has physical muscles, so the Body of Christ has spiritual muscles. Faith is a muscle which needs to be stretched, exercised, rested, and supplied with plenty of protein and necessary nutrients. Let’s get to working out!

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1 Timothy 3:1-13

The church has always needed people who would give themselves for the good of the flock. We live in a time that is all about being a consumer. We just take what we want and need. Sometimes the church is looked at in the same lens. You come and get what you want out of it, whether it be singing, kids bible classes, preaching, the Lord’s Supper, or fellowship.  None of these would exist without all of us giving of ourselves for the good of each other. Paul is writing these things so that we will behave rightly as the church, the people of God. A church desperately needs godly leaders and godly servants.

We need more spiritual elders and deacons  and more spiritual ministry leaders in the kingdom of God. We need people who will live their lives ready to step up to the work of leading God’s people in the future.  Who will people come to for spiritual teaching, spiritual help, and spiritual guidance if we are not the ones who become that for the world? We must not go to church. We must be the church! We must be the servants and leaders that God wants us to be. What can you do today to move your life in that direction to fulfill your purpose to be the image of God to the world?

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Looking for peace and some order is good.  Praying provides peace for the praying person.  Paul is giving Timothy and each of us some instruction for appropriate worship patterns and prayer  in chapter two.  God wants us all to pray for everyone.   God is looking for godly devotion done in appropriate ways.  The ultimate goal is for for every believer to live a life characterized by peace, order and godliness. 

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