Exodus 15-17

Session 3: The Attitude of Worship

The Point: We are to come to God with a heart fully

focused on Him alone.

THE PASSAGE: Psalm 40:1-11

The Posture of Soul Winners

Text: 2 Timothy 2:20-26

“Now in a large house there are not only gold and silver vessels, but also vessels of wood and of earthenware, and some to honor and some to dishonor. Therefore, if anyone cleanses himself from these things, he will be a vessel for honor, sanctified, useful to the Master, prepared for every good work. Now flee from youthful lusts and pursue righteousness, faith, love and peace, with those who call on the Lord from a pure heart. But refuse foolish and ignorant speculations, knowing that they produce quarrels. The Lord’s bond-servant must not be quarrelsome, but be kind to all, able to teach, patient when wronged, with gentleness correcting those who are in opposition, if perhaps God may grant them repentance leading to the knowledge of the truth, and they may come to their senses and escape from the snare of the devil, having been held captive by him to do his will.”

‭‭2 Timothy‬ ‭2‬:‭20‬-‭26‬ ‭NASB1995‬‬

Summary:

Trust God to purify you, reflect His gentleness, and rely on Him to save.

Points:

1. A Soul-Winner Must Be Clean (v. 20-21)

2. A Soul-Winner Must Be Gentle (v. 22-24)

3. A Soul-Winner Must Be Dependent on God (v. 25-26)

If cats have nine lives as the old wife’s tale suggests, many

church goers would have to admit that they have at least

two. There’s the life lived day after day in their workplace,

social circles, and family activities. And then there’s the life

lived at church; hands folded reverently, songs sung softly,

and their almost-new Bible in their lap.

The truth is, even people who don’t think about it that

way would have to admit there is some truth to that

description. Though such a life can be comfortable, it

doesn’t seem to rise to the abundant life Jesus promised

His disciples.

Worship—the way the Bible teaches it—changes this

paradigm. Once we understand that worship is more than

the songs we sing before the sermon or the offering we

give when the plates pass, the dots start connecting.

Life—the true abundant life we are called to live—awaits

those who will pursue a life of worship that connects our

pews to office cubicles and our houses to mission fields.

Our call to make disciples begins with a call to worship.

The journey starts right here.

Let Christ be the center of our life in 2025

Join us for a special Christmas episode where work, faith, and purpose collide. From long hours as an electrician to answering God’s call as a pastor, hear my personal journey of risk, faith, and transformation. We’ll explore the story of the shepherds in Luke 2 and how their obedience mirrors the challenges we face today.

Whether you’re navigating career struggles, searching for purpose, or wondering how to follow God’s lead, this episode offers encouragement, practical wisdom, and a reminder of the ultimate hope found in Jesus. Discover how to take risks, trust God, and embrace the extraordinary plans He has for your life.

Perfect for: Young adults, parents, dreamers, and anyone looking to align their work and faith this Christmas season.

Closing thought: The greatest gift this season isn’t success or security—it’s the salvation and purpose found in Jesus Christ. Tune in and be inspired to step into God’s extraordinary plan for your life.

Merry Christmas!

Have you ever chased happiness and ended up feeling empty?

Hebrews 1-10 

In Matthew 21:33-46 we see Jesus’ authority comes from the vineyard owner: God. God has been extremely patient with the Jewish leaders of his people, and these people have repeatedly rejected his disciples, prophets and messengers. God looks for Fruit, or life in obedience to the law, yet these leaders have not been producing it.

Now they are about to destroy the vineyard owner’s son, Jesus, because they think that this will lead to their ongoing authority over the people. But the owner of the vineyard will have the last word when he replaces these leaders with Jesus’ disciples who will produce fruit.

This parable is about the redemption. the prediction of Jesus death and resurrection. And how Jesus would rather have people who say no first and then obeys him afterwards rather than people who says yes to him but does the opposite instead. the landowner: God will replace the horrible defiant tenants with new tenants who will provide him with fruits and willing to obey Him.

Main idea:

We must live a fruitful life for God’s glory.

Outline:

This parable makes a contrast and presents the deeds of a good and an evil slave and the respective consequences. The first slave is found faithfully serving his master, when the master returns, he is rewarded (24:45–47), but the second assumes a delay in the master’s return, lives selfishly, and because this is severely punished (24:48–51). The parable is a different look of chapter 24:40–41 and anticipates the next parables in chapter 25. This parable should probably be taken as a warning to those in authority like in church leadership, pastors, and even teachers. Until Jesus comes, those who lead his disciples must use their authority to serve others rather than obsess with increasing power and other selfish benefits.

Main Idea:

Jesus calls us to be faithful while we wait for his return.

Points:

Reference: Matthew 24:45-51