First Baptist Joplin

“Psummer In The Psalms: Remain Faithful” 

Psalm 37:1-11

-Proverbs 11:21

-Isaiah 3:11

-Romans 12:19

-2 Peter 2:9

-Galatians 6:7-8

1. Trust

2. Delight

3. Commit

4. Be still

“Psummer In The Psalms: God In The Hard Times”

Psalm 61

1. David needed a God who cared (1,2a)

2. He needed a God who would protect (2b-4)

3. He knew what he had (5-8)

Followers of Jesus have historically been known for compassion and hospitality. Jesus teaches His followers to love one another as He has loved us. (John 13:34). We live in the midst of a hurting and broken world. We want to help but often aren't sure how to do it. In this podcast episode, Dr. Todd Decker will draw from his many years in pastoral ministry and hospital chaplaincy to provide some practical advice for how to show God's love by connecting with the hurting people around us. In this episode, you'll gain insight into how hurting people interpret our actions or inactions, learn some simple do's and dont's and be challenged to make room for others in your calendar.

“Psummer In The Psalms: I Lay Down And Slept”

Psalm 3

1. David’s trouble (1-2)

2. David’s truth (3)

3. David’s trust (4-6)

4. David’s triumph (7-8)

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1. Are you right with the Lord?

2. Do you know His truth?

3. Do you believe His truth?

The Providence Of God: Dealing With Bitterness

Genesis 37-50

3 Truth’s About The Providence Of God From Joseph’s Experience:

1. God’s Work Is Imperceptible

2. God’s Work Is Redemptive

3. God’s Work Is Progressive

"Jesus In His Own Words: I Am The Vine"

John 15:1-12

1. What is God’s purpose for every believer? 

A. bear fruit

2. How do I live out God’s purpose for my life?

A. Rely on Jesus (2-6)

B. Endure pruning (2)

C. Abide in Christ

3. How do I know I am abiding in Christ?

A. Am I a part of Him? 

B. Am I abiding in His word? (7a)

C. Am I praying? (7b)

D. Am I abiding in His love? (9,10,12)

E. Am I experiencing joy? (11)

"Jesus In His Own Words: I Am The Way, The Truth, And The Life"

John 14:1-6

1. How can I be saved? “I am the way”

2. How can I be sure? “I am the truth”

3. How can I be satisfied? “I am the life”

"Jesus In His Own Words: I Am The Resurrection And The Life"

John 11:25-26

1. Lazarus got sick and died

-God’s glory supersedes our circumstances, convenience, and comfort

2. Jesus stepped into a hostile situation 

-Jesus didn’t avoid the difficult situation

3. Jesus raised Lazarus from the dead 

-With Jesus, there is no hopeless situation

"Jesus In His Own Words: I Am The Door”

John 10:1-11

1. Saved

-Ephesians 2:11-19

-Matthew 7:13-14

2. Secure

3. Satisfied

"Jesus In His Own Words: The Good Shepherd"

John 10:1-21

1. The shepherd knows the sheep (10:1-5, 12-14)

2. The shepherd loves the sheep

3. The shepherd seeks the sheep (10:16)

-Luke 15:1-7

-Isaiah 53:6