The September 25th, 2022 Morning Worship Service at Plainfield Christian Church in Comstock Park, MI

Preacher:                     Bruce Wilson

Youth Minister:            Brady Jester

Children’s Minister:     Wade Harrier

Worship Leader:          Katie Winstanley

Learn more at https://www.pccmi.org/

Songs: CCLI #2228009

Sermon:

The Chronological Life of Christ #134

Scripture:

Matthew 21:1-11

Notes:

The story of the Triumphal Entry is only the second event of the life of Jesus to be recorded in all four Gospels.

Matthew tells us that by riding a donkey into Jerusalem Jesus was fulfilling an ancient prophecy from Zechariah 9:9.

He will come as a gentle king.

He will come as a righteous king

The Triumphal Entry was an “acted parable”

These people believed that at long last the Messiah had come.

The time for silence was long past.

This was an official visit of the King of Israel, an inspection tour of the heart of the nation.

The whole city was stirred to the point of discussion … but not the point of action.

The September 18th, 2022 Morning Worship Service at Plainfield Christian Church in Comstock Park, MI

Preacher:                     Bruce Wilson

Youth Minister:            Brady Jester

Children’s Minister:     Wade Harrier

Worship Leader:          Katie Winstanley

Learn more at https://www.pccmi.org/

Songs: CCLI #2228009

Sermon:

Back To Church Sunday

Scripture:

Acts 2:41-47

Notes:

You go to school to get an education 

You go to work to make money 

You go to the gym for exercise and better health. 

You go to the mall to for clothes 

You go to the grocery store to buy food 

You go to the lake to fish 

You go to the ball game to cheer 

You go to the golf course for fun

When you come to Plainfield you can expect a church that is:

Preaching the Word.

Promoting the Fellowship

I want Plainfield to be a hospital for the hurting. 

I want us to be a haven for the heartbroken. 

I want us to be a shelter for the suffering. 

I want us filled with caring people.

Praising the Lord.

Proclaiming the Gospel.

The September 11th, 2022 Morning Worship Service at Plainfield Christian Church in Comstock Park, MI

Preacher:                     Bruce Wilson

Youth Minister:            Brady Jester

Children’s Minister:     Wade Harrier

Worship Leader:          Katie Winstanley

Learn more at https://www.pccmi.org/

Songs: CCLI #2228009

Sermon:

The Chronological Life of Christ #13

The Later Perean Ministry

How To Have A Life That Lasts

Scripture:

Matthew 26:6-13

Mark 14:3-9

John 11:55-12:11

John 12:5

Luke 10:38

Notes:

“Broken and spilled out, she had her eyes fixed upon her Lord.”

She doesn't care about criticism. 

She doesn’t care about custom. 

She doesn’t care about the cost. 

All she can think about is her concern for Christ.

Five Wonderful Things

1. It was a Misunderstood Work

A. Jesus will defend you

B. It is their problem

You can't make yourself sick in order to make them well.

C. I doubt that Mary heard it

2. It was a Meager Work

3. It was a Mighty Work

4. It was a Meaningful Work.

She did what she could. 

She did all she could. 

And she did it when she could.

5. It was a Memorable Work.

The September 4th, 2022 Morning Worship Service at Plainfield Christian Church in Comstock Park, MI

Preacher:                     Bruce Wilson

Youth Minister:            Brady Jester

Children’s Minister:     Wade Harrier

Worship Leader:          Katie Winstanley

Learn more at https://www.pccmi.org/

Songs: CCLI #2228009

Sermon:

The Chronological Life of Christ #131

The Later Perean Ministry

Investing In The Kingdom

Scripture:

Luke 19:11-27; Hebrews 2:9; 12:2; Revelation 19:16;

Philippians 2:10; John 15:25; 1 Corinthians 2:9 

Notes:

    1. Those who did what they were supposed to while he was gone - rewarded. 

    2. Those who didn't do what they were supposed to while he was gone - rejected. 

    3. And those who hate him - destroyed. 

He came to seek and save the lost.

Verse 12. This is a story about Jesus

There are only three types of people in this scene, but there are only two types of servants. 

    1. The faithful. 

    2. The false. 

    3. The foes.

Verse 15 takes us to the Second Coming of Christ.

Verses 16-19 The faithful.

Verse 20 The false.

Verse 27 The foes

The August 28th, 2022 Morning Worship Service at Plainfield Christian Church in Comstock Park, MI

Preacher:                     Bruce Wilson

Youth Minister:            Brady Jester

Children’s Minister:     Wade Harrier

Worship Leader:          Katie Winstanley

Learn more at https://www.pccmi.org/

Songs: CCLI #2228009

Sermon:

The Chronological Life of Christ #131

The Later Perean Ministry

A Little Man Meets A Big God

Scripture:

Luke 19:1-10

Notes:

Lesson # 1: What Money Can’t Buy 1-2

First, they were, considered traitors to Israel. 

Second, they cheated their own people.

One Of The Most Basic Lessons Of Life: 

You can be rich and not be happy. 

You can be wealthy and not be loved. 

You can be successful and not be satisfied.

Lesson # 2: No shortage of hungry hearts 3-4

He may not even realize what he needs, but he still realizes he’d like something about his life to change.

Lesson # 3: Salvation Made Simple 5-6

Lesson # 4: Money for the Master 7-8

Real conversion is shown when you change in the future in what used to be your weak point.

Lesson # 5: Our Number One Priority 9-10

The August 21st, 2022 Morning Worship Service at Plainfield Christian Church in Comstock Park, MI

Preacher:                     Bruce Wilson

Youth Minister:            Brady Jester

Children’s Minister:     Wade Harrier

Worship Leader:          Katie Winstanley

Learn more at https://www.pccmi.org/

Songs: CCLI #2228009

Sermon:

The Chronological Life of Christ #130

What A Difference Jesus Makes!

Scripture:

Matthew 20:29-34

Mark 10:46-52

Luke 18:35-43

Notes:

Revelation 3:14-18; 2 Corinthians 4:4.

Trusting Jesus Makes All the Difference in The World!

When we work, we work, but when we pray and trust Jesus, then God Is At Work!

Jesus makes a difference to people who know they are in need! (v.46)

When you are without Christ, you cannot live any lower!

Jesus Makes A Difference To People Who Cry Out In Faith. (vv 47,48)

Jesus Makes A Difference To Those Who Are Determined (vv. 49,50).

When Jesus Makes The Difference It Will Show (vv 51,52).

The August 14th, 2022 Morning Worship Service at Plainfield Christian Church in Comstock Park, MI

Preacher:                     Bruce Wilson

Youth Minister:            Brady Jester

Children’s Minister:     Wade Harrier

Worship Leader:          Katie Winstanley

Learn more at https://www.pccmi.org/

Songs: CCLI #2228009

Sermon:

The Chronological Life of Christ #129

The Later Perean Ministry

Becoming A Servant

Scripture:

Matthew 20:17-28

Notes:

High Ambition Matthew 20:20-21.

First, she clearly believes that Jesus will one day have a kingdom of His own.

Second, it’s clear that Jesus loved her sons.

Third, they were among the earliest disciples.

Fourth, they (along with Peter) were clearly in the top three of all the apostles.

They didn’t ask for work in the coming Kingdom (which would have been a nobler request). They asked only for a place of honor.

High Cost Matthew 20:22-23.

He was inviting them to come and die with Him.

High Standard  Matthew 20:24-28.

Christianity in One Verse

Jesus came to serve us so that we can serve others.

Jesus came to serve us while we serve others.

The August 7th, 2022 Morning Worship Service at Plainfield Christian Church in Comstock Park, MI

Preacher:                     Bruce Wilson

Youth Minister:            Brady Jester

Children’s Minister:     Wade Harrier

Worship Leader:          Katie Winstanley

Learn more at https://www.pccmi.org/

Songs: CCLI #2228009

Sermon:

The Chronological Life of Christ #128

The Later Perean Ministry

First Shall Be Last and the Last First

Scripture:

Matthew 19:30-20:16

Notes:

We identify last week’s message mostly with the Rich Young Ruler, but we ended with Peter’s question.

He tells this story to remind us that what we have in Christ is not because we have earned it but because God is gracious.

Verses 8-16. There are two surprises here.

    1. The owner pays them as if they had worked a whole day!

    2. They too are paid only a single denarius.

Jesus' lesson can be summed up in two contrasting words: grace and disgrace.

The whole point of the parable is the generosity of the farmer.

The July 31, 2022 Morning Worship Service at Plainfield Christian Church in Comstock Park, MI

Preacher:                     Bruce Wilson

Youth Minister:            Brady Jester

Children’s Minister:     Wade Harrier

Worship Leader:          Katie Winstanley

Learn more at https://www.pccmi.org/

Songs: CCLI #2228009

Sermon:

The Chronological Life of Christ #127

The Later Perean Ministry

Rich Young Ruler

Scripture:

Matthew 19:16-30; Mark 10:17-31; Luke 18:18-30

Notes:

I. The Young Man’s Desire

1. He was an Eager Young Man

2. He was a Humble Young Man

He had riches.

He had rank.

He had religion.

3. He was a Courageous Young Man

What matters is not what the world thinks, but what does God think?

4. He was a Spiritually Minded Young Man

II. The Young Man’s Decision

The Good News of Jesus is not about what we do, but what God did for us!

Jesus knew what was missing in the young man’s life—a living relationship with God

He also said, “Come, follow me.”

III. The Young Man’s Destiny

1. The Terrible Danger of Affluence

Conclusion:

First of all, the young man went away grieving. 

Secondly, Jesus let him go. 

Thirdly, Jesus didn’t lower the standards.

The July 24th, 2022 Morning Worship Service at Plainfield Christian Church in Comstock Park, MI

Preacher:                     Bruce Wilson

Youth Minister:            Brady Jester

Children’s Minister:     Wade Harrier

Worship Leader:          Katie Winstanley

Learn more at https://www.pccmi.org/

Songs: CCLI #2228009

Sermon:

The Chronological Life of Christ #126

The Later Perean Ministry

What Impresses God

Scripture:

Luke 18:9-14; Proverbs 16:18; 1 Peter 5:5–6; Revelation 20:12-15; Titus 3:3-7

Notes:

Three Key Terms

Pharisees - "the separated ones". The Pharisees were decent, deeply religious people.

Publicans were tax collectors. Publicans were rich, politically connected, and despised by most of their neighbors.

"Justified Before God." It meant not guilty or innocent.

Note the differences.

1. The positions of their prayers were different. 

The Pharisee stood up and prayed. 

The publican remained in the shadows.

2. The manner of their prayers was different.

The Pharisee - boldness and self-confidence. 

The publican - brokenness and shame. 

3. The content of their prayers was different. 

The Pharisee voiced gratitude--sort of. 

The publican asked for mercy. 

Three Big Obstacles

1. Self-importance - a distorted picture of ourselves.

2. Self-congratulations - a perverted picture of those around us.

3. Self-righteousness - an undeveloped picture of God.

Two Attitudes That Keep People From Finding God

1. "I don't need God because of all the good things I have done."

2. "I can't find God because of the bad things I have done."