Firstfruits
The principle of firstfruits is throughout the Bible.
God's first choice to save the world was His Son, Jesus.
God chose you first to be redeemed and resurrected.
Put God first in your life.
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- Mar 31, 2024Firstfruits
FirstfruitsThe principle of firstfruits is throughout the Bible.God's first choice to save the world was His Son, Jesus.God chose you first to be redeemed and resurrected.Put God first in your life.
- Mar 24, 2024Giving Faithfully
Giving Faithfully2 Corinthians 9God is faithful in all things.God loves a cheerful giver.Giving faithfully leads to contentment, financial freedom, and God's glory.
- Mar 17, 2024Christian Integrity
Christian Integrity"2 Corinthians 8:16-24 We need integrity in the church and in the lives of Christians. Integrity is our greatest witness to a lost world. Seek integrity through transparency when giving money to others.
- Mar 10, 2024The Foundation of Generosity
The Foundation of Generosity2 Corinthians 8:1-15 The foundation of generosity is grace. God is grace. The grace of Jesus is the foundation of our salvation. The Holy Spirit gives us grace gifts to walk in the Spirit and build up the church. Every financial decision is a spiritual decision.
- Mar 3, 2024Godly Sorrow vs, Worldly Sorrow
Godly Sorrow vs, Worldly Sorrow2 Corinthians 7:8-16 God's Word and God's people speak truth into your life. Godly sorrow produces true repentance resulting in freedom, restoration, and life. Worldly sorrow produces fake repentance resulting in captivity, revenge, and death.
- Feb 25, 2024The Comfort of Titus
The Comfort of Titus2 Corinthians 7:2-7,13-16; 8:16-17,23-24 God puts specific people in your life to comfort you. Titus brought comfort to Paul and his companions. The Corinthians church comforted Titus which in return comforted Paul. Make room in your heart for the church.
- Feb 11, 2024Equally Yoked
Equally Yoked2 Cor 6:14-7:1 Do not be unequally yoked with unbelievers. What if you are in love? What if you can change them? What if you already married an unbeliever? Who can you be friends with?
- Feb 4, 2024Cleansing Your Heart
Cleansing Your Heart2 Cor 6:14-7:1 We are the temple of the living God. How to cleanse our hearts and be holy?
- Jan 28, 2024Idols of Your Heart
Idols of Your Heart2 Cor 6:1-13 Our idols keep us from healthy relationships. Bad roots = bad fruits Good roots = good fruits
- Jan 21, 2024The Ministry of Reconciliation
The Ministry of Reconciliation2 Cor 5:11-21 17 Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation. The old has passed away; behold, the new has come. 20 Therefore, we are ambassadors for Christ, God making his appeal through us. We implore you on behalf of Christ, be reconciled to God. 21 For our sake he made him to be sin who knew no sin, so that in him we might become the righteousness of God.
- Jan 14, 2024Our Heavenly Home
Our Heavenly Home2 Cor 5:1-10 Our earthly home lasts a short time, our heavenly home will last forever. Our heavenly home is not made with hands. Our heavenly home is much better than our earthly home. Our earthly home is lacking, our heavenly home is complete. Our heavenly home is guaranteed by the Holy Spirit living in us now. We are encouraged to live now by faith not by sight, but when we are home with the Lord we will see clearly. Our goal now and forever is always to please God with our body. We will be judged by Jesus for our works. Not a judgment that keeps us from our heavenly home. A judgment that reveals our reward (1 Cor 3).
- Jan 7, 2024Treasure in Jars of Clay
Treasure in Jars of Clay2 Cor 4:7-18 The treasure is the gospel. Our bodies are jars of clay. God put his treasure in us to share with others. Even though we suffer, this light momentary affliction is preparing us for the eternal weight of glory.
- Dec 24, 2023Mary’s Magnificat
Mary’s Magnificat5 truths for Christians today.Jesus' mother wrote a song.It reveals the faith of a young girl.It is full of truth, grace, and mercy.It's magnificent.
- Dec 17, 2023Light of the World
Light of the World2 Corinthians 4:1-6 The gospel is simple, let's keep it simple. The god of this world keeps unbelievers in darkness. But God said, "Let there be light." The light of the gospel opens eyes to the truth.
- Dec 10, 2023The New Covenant
The New Covenant2 Corinthians 3:1-18 A pastor’s letter of commendation is written on the hearts of the people he shepherds. God changes lives through our humble faithfulness. The Old Covenant of works was a conditional promise with fading glory. The New Covenant of grace is an unconditional promise with surpassing glory. Glory is the manifestation of God’s holiness. The Holy Spirit gives us freedom to enter God’s presence.
- Dec 3, 2023Smelling Like Jesus
Smelling Like Jesus2 Corinthians 2:12-17 For we are the aroma of Christ. 1. Be faithful to the whole word of God. 2. Be faithful to your conscience. 3. Be faithful to your calling. 4. Be faithful all the time. 5. Be faithful to His church.
- Nov 26, 2023Forgiving One Another
Forgiving One Another2 Corinthians 2:5-11; Matt 18:15-20; 2 Cor 1:3-4; John 10:10; 1 Cor 5:3-4; Matt 6:12,14,15; Luke 17:3-4; Mark 11:25; Eph 4:32; Col 3:13 Forgiveness is both sending away the sin and giving grace to the sinner. Not willing to forgive, holding a grudge, staying bitter is Satan’s plan for you. If God forgives you of every sin, then you should forgive one another of every sin. If God’s forgiveness is unlimited, then you can’t put a limit on yours. Forgiving one another is a witness to God’s mercy. You may be the only Bible some people ever read.
- Nov 19, 2023The Promise of Eternal Security
The Promise of Eternal Security2 Corinthians 1:17-22; John 3:5-7; Rev 2;3;13:10;14:12; Ephesians 1;4:30; 1 John 2:19-20; John 14:26; 16:13; Romans 8; Phil 1:6 A genuine born-again Christian CANNOT be unborn any more than you can be unborn from your mother’s womb. For all the promises of God find their Yes in him. And I am sure of this, that he who began a good work in you will bring it to completion at the day of Jesus Christ. Eternal security is based on God’s grace.
- Nov 5, 2023Clearing Your Conscience
Clearing Your Conscience2 Corinthians 1:12-14How to know when expectations are unrealistic?Understanding what God expects of you.
- Oct 29, 2023God of All Comfort
God of All Comfort2 Corinthians 1:1-11Suffering is useful for all Christians.7 proofs for this in these opening verses.
- Oct 22, 2023The Corinthian Church
The Corinthian ChurchOverview of 1 Corinthians to intro 2 CorinthiansPaul's confrontational letter to change their ways.5 issues we need to think about as Christians today.
- Oct 15, 2023Step 5: Go Time
Step 5: Go TimeThis is STEP 5 in your walk with God.Matthew 4:19; Acts 1:8; Matthew 28:19-20God calls us to go and make disciples.How to be a witness to children, teens, and adults?
- Oct 8, 2023Step 4: Spiritual Gifts
Step 4: Spiritual GiftsThis is STEP 4 in your walk with God. 1 Peter 4; 1 Corinthians 12-14; Romans 12 God gives us all His gifts to build up His church. When we walk together, then we become a dynamic church.
- Oct 1, 2023Step 3: Growing Up
Step 3: Growing UpThis is STEP 3 in your walk with God. How do you grow up spiritually? How do you know God's will for your life? Romans 12:1-2 Be transformed by the renewing of your mind with God's Word. Then, you will know His good, pleasing, and perfect will.
- Sep 24, 2023Step 2: Why Join His Church
Step 2: Why Join His ChurchThis is Step 2: God's Church in your walk with God. 3 important benefits for joining God's church. As well as expectations at Life of Purpose for all members.
- Sep 17, 2023Step 1: Sharing the Gospel
Step 1: Sharing the GospelThe gospel is STEP 1: STARTING POINT in your walk with God. Romans 1:16 For I am not ashamed of the gospel, for it is the power of God for salvation to everyone who believes, to the Jew first and also to the Greek. Answering all the questions: Who, what, where, when, why, how, with whom?
- Sep 10, 2023Three Walks with God
Three Walks with GodNext Steps Series Intro Psalms 1:1-2; 2 Corinthians 5:6-7; Galatians 5:16; Ephesians 5:1-2 These three walks mirror three important relationships. Upward: To alk by faith is to walk with God. Inward: To walk by the Spirit is to walk with yourself Outward: To walk in love is to walk with others.
- Sep 3, 2023His Story for His Glory
His Story for His Glory"Exodus 40; 2 Corinthians 3:18; Matthew 5:16; Psalm 19His glory is a major theme of the Bible.Today, people should see His glory in us.
- Aug 13, 2023The Ark and Mercy Seat
The Ark and Mercy SeatExodus 25:18-22; Romans 3:23-25a; 2 Corinthians 7:9-10How do you deal with guilt? How does God deal with your guilt?
- Aug 6, 2023Bread of the Presence
Bread of the Presence"Exodus 25:25; Leviticus 24:5-9; John 6; Romans 10See how Jesus became the Bread of the Presence.He is the Bread of Life and the Light of the World.
- Jul 30, 2023The High Priest
The High Priest"Exodus 28,29,39 The Jewish High Priest put the whole nation of Israel on his shoulders and heart when he went into the Most Holy Place once a year on the Day of Atonement. Jesus is our High Priest since he put the whole world on his shoulders and heart when we went to the cross and the veil was torn. Now, anyone can draw near to God because of the sacrifice of Jesus.
- Jul 23, 2023The Tabernacle
The TabernacleExodus 26,35,38,40If you want to get closer to God, then you must come clean with God.The body is the tabernacle/temple of the Holy Spirit.Confess and repent.
- Jul 16, 2023The Ministry of the Holy Spirit
The Ministry of the Holy SpiritExodus 31What does it mean to be filled with the Holy Spirit?Galatians 5, Ephesians 5 and Colossians 3 give the answer.It is to let Him control your mindLet the Word of Christ dwell in you richly.
- Jul 2, 2023Being Generous
Being Generous"Exodus 25 & 35The people's hearts were stirred to give generously.2 Corinthians 9:11 You will be enriched in every way to be generous in every way, which through us will produce thanksgiving to God.
- Jun 18, 2023The Golden Calf
The Golden CalfHappy Father's Day!Fathers are called to lead their families in authentic worship.Exodus 32 is all about idolatry.We are called to worship the ONE TRUE GOD.
- Jun 11, 202340 Days and 40 Nights
40 Days and 40 NightsExodus 24:18; Deut 9:9-21, 25-6, 10:10-11Moses fasted and prayed 3 separate times for God's people.Are you interceding in prayer for others?
- Jun 4, 2023The Comfort of God’s Word
The Comfort of God’s WordHappy Birthday Pastor Matt!5 decades and 5 verses of comfort.Matthew 6:25-26; 7:9-11; 1 John 2:15-17; 1 Timothy 4:7b; Hebrews 12:14-15; Phil 4:19
- May 28, 2023Ministers of the New Covenant
Ministers of the New Covenant2 Corinthians 3We are all ministers/servants of God's grace.
- May 21, 2023The Covenant of Works and Grace
The Covenant of Works and GraceExodus 19:5-6; 24:7-8; Hebrews 7-10The Old Covenant and the New CovenantMany try to earn God's love by works.It's much better to receive His love by grace.
- May 14, 2023Moses’ Mom
Moses’ MomExodus 2:1-10; Hebrews 11:23Happy Mother's Day!Jochebed exercised her faith in God as a mother.She showed 4 ways to faithfully be a great mother.
- May 7, 2023The Law of Christ
The Law of ChristExodus 20/Mark 12We are not under the old law but the new law.Just like the Ten Commandments, the law of Christ has civil, ceremonial, and moral laws.
- Apr 30, 2023The Law From Mt. Sinai
The Law From Mt. SinaiExodus 20-23God gave Moses the law for many reasons.He desires for us to be holy as He is holy.The law also points to a need for a Savior.
- Apr 23, 2023The Awe on Mt. Sinai
The Awe on Mt. SinaiExodus 19 & 20How to worship God in awe with a holy fear?God spoke the Ten Commandments on Mt. Sinai.
- Apr 16, 2023Godly Leaders Needed
Godly Leaders Needed"Exodus 18Moses needed help leading God's people.God used Jethro to give great advice.
- Apr 9, 2023The Lord Is My Banner
The Lord Is My BannerExodus 17:8-16The Lord is My BannerMoses lifted high his hands to the Lord for victory.Jesus also was lifted high on the cross for victory.
- Mar 26, 2023Bread and Water
Bread and WaterExodus 15:22-17:7God uses simple things to illustrate spiritual realities.Bread from heaven and water from a rock.
- Mar 19, 2023Victory Song and Dance
Victory Song and DanceExodus 15Moses wrote the first song in the Bible.There are over 185 songs in the Bible.His Love Endures Forever is the most famous victory song in the Bible.
- Mar 12, 2023God of Miracles
God of MiraclesPsalm 77:14Before the Bible: God used miracles to validate His message (Bible).After the Bible: God uses the Bible to validate the miracles.The gifts of the Holy Spirit help us apply God’s Word.
- Mar 5, 2023The Big Red Miracle
The Big Red MiracleExodus 14The God of Miracles showed His power by parting the Red Sea.God still does miracles everyday including the miracle of salvation.It is ok to be a skeptic as long as you are seeking the truth.\
- Feb 26, 2023God’s Presence
God’s PresenceExodus 13:17-22How to enter God's presence?How to experience revival?The pillar of cloud and fire was God’s presence for the Israelites.Today, His presence is through the Holy Spirit.His presence brings joy, comfort, victory, guidance, protection, and security.
- Feb 19, 2023Do You Remember?
Do You Remember?Exodus 12 & 13God often tells us to remember what He has done.Remember your salvation, your baptism, your sanctification, and your offering.
- Feb 12, 2023God’s Passover Plan
God’s Passover PlanExodus 11 & 12God redeemed the Israelites from slavery to Egypt which foreshadowed His real plan to redeem the whole word from slavery to sin.When Jesus was crucified 1500 years later in Jerusalem on Calvary Hill the real plan was completed.Jesus is the Passover lamb.
- Feb 5, 2023God’s Protection
God’s ProtectionExodus 8:20-10:29God used the plagues to show His protection over His people.The New Covenant promises spiritual protection not physical protection.Plagues 4-9
