Exodus 1

Why this journey?

This journey is about...

1. A People and a Place v. 1-7

2. The Principle Problem v. 8-10

3. Pain and Persecution v. 11-19

4. Protection and Prosperity v. 20-22

1 Corinthians 16

Giving Away the Ending...

1. The Gospel is about Moving

2. The Gospel is about Loving

3. The Gospel is about Giving

Giving has never been more important in the life of our church.

We’re reaching more than ever.

Ministering to more than ever.

Sending more than ever.

Spending more than ever.

How do we give to support the cause of the gospel?

Giving to the cause of the gospel should be done…

1. Periodically

2. Personally

3. Purposefully

4. Proportionately

We give because He gave.

What is a man physically, spiritually, sexually, paternally, missionally, and relationally?

1. A man Physically is an adult male made in the image of God.

2. A man Spiritually is a sinner in need of salvation which is fully available to him through faith in Christ.

3. A man Sexually is uniquely made to either live a life of singleness and celibacy or commit his life to one woman in covenant marriage.

4. A man Paternally is uniquely designed to lead, provide, and protect as a father.

5.  A man Missionally in Christ is expected and equipped to strengthen the church and make the gospel known.

6.  A man Relationally is to encourage and hold accountable other men and protect the vulnerable.

So where do you start?

1. Be with your Savior

2. Be with one or a few brothers

3. Zero secrets (no porn, no filthy language, no shady relationships, no dishonesty)

4. Chase your wife and children

5. Think, pray, and speak of the gospel

1 Corinthians 14:26-40

Words in Worship Matter

1. The Rules

• Interpretation of the words

• Explanation of the words

• Affirmation of the words

2. The Reason

-“building up”

-“all may learn”

-“all my be encouraged”

3. The Root

The Character of God should be reflected in our worship, always.

1 Corinthians 14:13-25

Whenever the gift of tongues is practiced, misused, or even misunderstood at least three real people are affected.

1. The One in Worship Speaking v.13-15 

       a. Their Need: To be fully engaged

2. The One in Worship Hearing v.16-19

     a. Their Need: To be Faithfully Edified

3. The One in Worship Seeking v.20-25

     a. Their Need: To be Fervently Evangelized

Let your gifts be used so that you, your brothers and sisters, and those who need Christ are all drawn closer to Him.

1 Corinthians 14:1-12

How do we Approach the subject of Tongues as a church and as God’s People?

1. We begin with the Pursuit of Love v.1a

2. We continue to Positive about Spiritual Gifts. V.1b, 5a, 12

Worship Litmus Test:

• Does it serve in love OR love on self

Let His Word and Spirit speak clearly to you.

Speak clearly to Him.

Speak clearly about Him.

If we are committed to Christ and His Word...

1. We do not attack anyone for their beliefs or behaviors

What is a woman physically, spiritually, sexually, maternally, missionally, and relationally?

1. A woman Physically is an adult female made in the image of God.

2. A woman Spiritually is a sinner in need of salvation which is fully available to her through faith in Christ.

3. A woman Sexually is uniquely made to either live a life of singleness and celibacy or commit her life to a man in covenant marriage.

4. A woman Maternally is wonderfully designed to nurture as a mother.

5. A woman Missionally in Christ is expected and equipped to strengthen the church and make the gospel known.

6. A woman Relationally is to bless other women and be respected, cherished, and protected by men.

1 Corinthians 15:50-58

Law, sin, and death? Because of the law, sin is known. Because of sin, death is known.

I'll tell you this...

1. There is a Moment Worth Remembering v. 50-53

2. There is a Death Worth Celebrating v. 54-57

3. There is a Life Worth Living v.58

Because Jesus lives, your life has meaning.  

So, mean to life.

1 Corinthians 15:35-49

Live with the End in Mind

Objections to the resurrection are answered with...

Two Movements v. 35-38

1. Disintegration

2. Continuation

Two Models v. 39-41

1. Earthly Bodies

2. Heavenly Bodies

Two Moments v.42-44

1. Burial

2. Resurrection

Two Men v. 45-49

1. Adam

2. Christ

1 Corinthians 15:29-34

You need to understand your "why"

3 Questions if the dead are NOT raised

1. Why symbolize something mysterious for the Gospel v. 29

2. Why suffer for the mission of the Gospel v. 30-31

3. Why stand for the Message of the Gospel v. 32-33

3 Commands if the dead ARE raised

1. Look Up! v. 33  Do not be deceived doctrinally

2. Wake Up! v.34a Do not be drunk doctrinally

3. Straighten Up! v.34b Do not be deviant doctrinally