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Facing Crisis

Matthew 8:1-27

Matthew 8:23-25 (NLT) Then Jesus got into the boat and started across the lake with His

disciples. Suddenly, a fierce storm struck the lake, with waves breaking into the boat. But Jesus

was sleeping. The disciples went and woke Him up, shouting, “Lord, save us! We’re going to

drown!”

Big Idea:

Jesus can be trusted in the storm.

1. Crisis is a launch pad for God’s activity.

2. Crisis can blindside us at times.

3. Crisis doesn’t affect everyone the same way.

4. God invites us to say no to fear and yes to faith.

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Growing Up in 2020

1 Timothy 6:6-19

Dr. Mike Decker

March 8, 2020

Big Idea:

My spiritual maturity is showcased in how I steward finances.

Marker #1: Heart Contentment

1 Timothy 6:6-7 (NLT) True godliness with contentment is itself great wealth. After all, we

brought nothing with us when we came into the world, and we can’t take anything with us

when we leave it.

➢ If I can be happy with what I have, I will always have enough.

Marker #2: Balanced Pursuit

1 Timothy 6:9-10 (NLT) People who long to be rich fall into temptation and are trapped by

many foolish and harmful desires that plunge them into ruin and destruction. For the love of

money is the root of all kinds of evil. And some people, craving money, have wandered from

the true faith and pierced themselves with many sorrows.

➢ If I can hold lightly onto the things of this world, I will avoid anguish.

Marker #3: People Investing

1 Timothy 6:17-19 (NLT) Teach those who are rich in this world not to be proud and not to

trust in their money, which is so unreliable. Their trust should be in God, who richly gives us

all we need for our enjoyment. Tell them to use their money to do good. They should be rich

in good works and generous to those in need, always being ready to share with others. By

doing this they will be storing up their treasure as a good foundation for the future so that

they may experience true life.

➢ When I leverage and empower others with my stuff, I will experience joy.

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We are going to dive into 1 Timothy 5:17-18

17 Elders who do their work well should be respected and paid well,[a] especially those who work hard at both preaching and teaching. 18 For the Scripture says, “You must not muzzle an ox to keep it from eating as it treads out the grain.” And in another place, “Those who work deserve their pay!”[b]

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Growing Up in 2020

1 Timothy 4:11-12, 14-16

Dr. Mike Decker

February 23, 2020

Big Idea:

My words and actions mentor people.

1 Timothy 4:11-12, 13-16 (NLT) 11Teach these things and insist that everyone learn them.

12Don’t let anyone think less of you because you are young. Be an example to all believers in

what you say, in the way you live, in your love, your faith, and your purity. 14Do not neglect the

spiritual gift you received through the prophecy spoken over you when the elders of the church

laid their hands on you. 15Give your complete attention to these matters. Throw yourself into

your tasks so that everyone will see your progress. 16Keep a close watch on how you live and on

your teaching. Stay true to what is right for the sake of your own salvation and the salvation of

those who hear you.

Five Types of Mentoring:

1. Downward mentoring. (Vs 11)

2. Upward mentoring. (Vs 12)

3. Peer mentoring. (Vs 12)

4. Self mentoring. (Vs 14-15)

5. Evangelistic mentoring. (Vs 16)

❖ Don’t be a hypocrite.

❖ Look in a mirror.

❖ Live authentically.

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Growing Up in 2020

1 Timothy 5:3-16

Dr. Mike Decker

February 16, 2020

Big Idea:

God expects me to care for my family.

1. Children are to care for their parents.

2. Widow welfare requirements:

a. 60 years old.

b. Widowed by death.

c. Well respected.

d. Historical work ethic.

e. Other focused.

3. The church should assist those who need help.

4. The church should not subsidize or support laziness.

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Growing Up in 2020

1 Timothy 4:1-13

Dr. Mike Decker

February 9, 2020

Big Idea:

I don’t have to be a monk to attain spiritual maturity;

but practicing ascetic disciplines do help.

1. Be discerning about who you follow.

➢ False teachers often emphasize works over grace.

• Abstinence from people.

• Abstinence from sex.

• Abstinence from food.

2. Ask: Does this have eternal traction?

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Growing Up in 2020

1 Timothy 3:8-15

Dr. Mike Decker

February 2, 2020

Big Idea:

Leadership growth is a lifelong journey.

QUESTION: How does a person gain experience?

• ANSWER: Through mentoring and opportunity.

1. In the church, there are two leadership roles:

a. Elder

b. Deacon

2. Both must exhibit these qualities:

• Good reputation

• Not overindulgent

• Generous

• Well-behaved

• Mentally and emotionally stable

• Sexually above reproach

• Manage family well

• Hospitable

• Know the Bible

• Gentle, patient, and peace-loving

• Not a new Christian

3. Same qualities; different functions.

• Romans 12:4-13

• Acts 6:1-4

4. Each must be tested before appointment.

Growing Up in 2020

1 Timothy 3:1-7

Dr. Mike Decker

January 26, 2020

1 Timothy 3:1 (NLT) This is a trustworthy saying: “If someone aspires to be an elder, he desires

an honorable position.”

Big Idea:

God has high expectations for His leaders.

To be a leader in the Church:

1. Is a desirable Kingdom assignment.

2. Requires spiritual maturation.

3. Invites transferable character.

5 Levels of Leadership (Maxwell)

Biblical Leadership Qualities:

1. Sexually above reproach

2. Mentally and emotionally stable

3. Well-behaved

4. Good reputation

5. Hospitable

6. Knows the Bible

7. Not overindulgent

8. Gentle, patient, and peace-loving

9. Generous

10. Manages family well

11. Not a new Christian

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Growing Up in 2020

1 Timothy 2:8-15

Dr. Mike Decker

January 19, 2020

Big Idea:

Spiritual maturity is demonstrated in unity and humility.

Galatians 3:26, 28 (NLT) For you are all children of God through faith in Christ

Jesus. [Therefore]...there is no longer Jew or Gentile, slave or free, male and

female. For you are all one in Christ Jesus.

In Jesus:

1. We are all equal.

2. We are all gifted.

3. We all have roles to steward.

❖ Function does equal superiority.

❖ Unity not uniformity.

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Growing Up in 2020

1 Timothy 2:1-6

Dr. Mike Decker

January 12, 2020

God Wants me to Pray for Others

1. Pray indiscriminately and inclusively.

2. Pray surrogately.

3. Pray thankfully.

4. Pray for those in positions of authority.