Feudin' Females
Philippians 4:1-5

1. Paul's love and affection for this church
   • "beloved"
   • "longed for brethren"
   • "my joy and crown"


2. Paul's longing and instruction for this church
   1. some observations about disunity...
   2. some instructions regarding harmony...
      • He appeals to the individuals involved.
      • He asks for assistance within the church.
      • He appeals to the whole congregation.

The Meaning and Method of Baptism
Acts 8

1. Why do we baptize?
   • It's a matter of...
     1. identification
     2. declaration
     3. illustration
     4. submission (obedience)
        • The command of Jesus
        • The example of Jesus
        • The practice of Jesus


2. How do we baptize?
   • "baptizo" immerse underwater to submerge
   • John 3:23


3. When do we baptize?
   • Acts 2:40-41
   • Acts 8:12, 13
   • Acts 9:18
   • Acts 10:44, 48
   • Acts 16:30-33
   • Acts 18:8

Dealing with Depression and Great Difficulty: Part 2
Job 1

1. The declarations of Job
   1. Life is short.
   2. Life is tough.
   3. Life goes on.


2. The applications from Job
   1. We live in a fallen world.
   2. A lot happens in life that we don't understand.
   3. God always has a reason for allowing trials.
   4. Learn to enjoy various stages in life.
   5. Be a true friend to those in great need.
   6. We're not prepared to live until we're ready to die.

Dealing with Depression and Great Difficulty
Job 7

The book of Job is:

• the oldest book in the Bible
• an amazing book!
• a comforting book!

1. The declarations of Job
   1. Life is short!
   2. Life is tough!
      • Notice...
        • the anguish of his soul
        • the anchor of his soul
          • his relationship with God
          • his communication with God
          • the Word of God
          • his trust in God
        • the assurance of his soul
   3. Life goes on.


2. The applications from Job

Discerning God's Will for Your Life, Part 2
1 Timothy 2:1-6

1. salvation


2. sanctification


3. security


4. service


5. suffering

Discerning God's Will for Your Life
Colossians 1:9-10

1. God's personal will for each believer
   1. Pray about it.
   2. Be sensitive to the Holy Spirit.
   3. Get into God’s Word.
   4. Listen to godly counsel.
   5. Consider your gifts & talents.
   6. Open doors & opportunities.
   7. Think it through.


2. God’s general will for all believers

Walk This Way
Philippians 3:17-21

1. Attitude in view of the present
   • humble
   • perseverance


2. Amnesia regarding the past
   • past mistakes & failures
   • past disappointments & hurts
   • past successes


3. Ambition in terms of the future
   • personally "eye on the prize"
   • collectively "of the same mind"

Running Your Race to Win
Philippians 3:12-16

1. Attitude in view of the present
   • humble
   • perseverance


2. Amnesia regarding the past
   • past mistakes & failures
   • past disappointments & hurts
   • past successes


3. Ambition in terms of the future
   • personally "eye on the prize"
   • collectively "of the same mind"

Characteristics of the Truly Happy
Psalm 119

1. An obedient walk in God's law


2. A surrendered will each day of life


3. A genuine worship and praise to the Lord

The Christmas Story
Luke 2:1-20

1. The basic information (1-7)
   • Census/registration
   • Caesar Augustus
   • Quirinius
   • Bethlehem
   • Lineage of David
   • Firstborn Son
   • Swaddling Clothes
   • Manger
   • Inn


2. The biblical application (8-20)
   • Angels: worship and celebration
   • Mary: wonder and meditation
   • Shepherds: witness and evangelization
   • World: way of salvation

A "Mary" Little Christmas
Luke 1:26-38

1. A word of genuine amazement (28-33)


2. A word of gracious enlightenment (35)


3. A word of great encouragement (36-37)

For Unto Us a Child is Born!
Isaiah 9:1-7

1. The Universal need for the Savior


2. The Unexpected nature of the Savior
   • Four things from this prophecy:
     1. humility
     2. accuracy
     3. authenticity
     4. certainty


3. The Unique names given to the Savior
   • Wonderful Counselor
   • Mighty God
   • Everlasting Father
   • Prince of Peace

The Miracle of Christmas
Matthew 1:18-25

1. The miraculous Conception


2. The miraculous Explanation
   • The angel of God revealed to Joseph the:
     1. Divine nature of the child
     2. Distinct name given to the Child
     3. Desperate need for the Child


3. The miraculous Incarnation

Becoming Thankful
Luke 17:11-19

Kingdom Prayers for Kingdom People
John 17

Kingdom Prayers for Kingdom People
John 17

In Christ Alone We Stand!
Philippians 3:1-11

3 Words from Paul

A word of...

1. caution about false teachers


2. correction regarding false salvation
   • ritual
   • relationships
   • religion
   • righteousness


3. conviction about following Christ

And Forget Not All His Blessings
Psalm 103

1. A doxology of praise
   • The focus of his praise
   • The fountainhead of his praise
   • The fullness of his praise
   • The reason for his praise


2. A description of blessings
   1. Physical blessings
      • restoration
      • provision
      • protection
   2. Material blessings
   3. Spiritual blessings
      • guidance
      • forgiveness
      • salvation

Radical Reconciliation
Ephesians 2:11-22

1. We were:

   ...remember that at that time you were separate from Christ, excluded from citizenship in Israel and foreigners to the covenants of the promise, without hope and without God in the world. —Ephesians 2:12, NIV

   1. Denied justice.
   2. Disowned by family.
   3. Disenfranchised of privileges.
   4. Devoid of hope.


2. Now we are:

   But now in Christ Jesus you who once were far away have been brought near by the blood of Christ. —Ephesians 2:13, NIV

   1. Reconciled by one sacrifice.

      His purpose was to create in himself one new humanity out of the two, thus making peace, and in one body to reconcile both of them to God through the cross, by which he put to death their hostility. —Ephesians 2:15b-16, NIV

      1. The cross takes away the grounds of our hostility.
      2. The cross strips away all pretense of self-righteousness.
   
   
   2. United as one family.

      Consequently, you are no longer foreigners and strangers, but fellow citizens with God's people and also members of his household, built on the foundation of the apostles and prophets, with Christ Jesus himself as the chief cornerstone. —Ephesians 2:19-20, NIV

      1. Indwelled by a common Spirit.
      2. United by our union with Christ.
   
   
   3. Worshiping as one body.

      In him the whole building is joined together and rises to become a holy temple in the Lord. And in him you too are being built together to become a dwelling in which God lives by his Spirit. —Ephesians 2:21-22, NIV

      1. Through our unity.
      2. By growing together.

The Keys to Every Home
Proverbs 24:3-4

1. Through wisdom a house is built
   • Who?
   • When?
   • Why?
   • Financial wisdom
   • Parental wisdom
   • Relating to opposite sex


2. By understanding it is established


3. By knowledge the rooms are filled
   • precious, valuable, prized
   • pleasant, delightful, beautiful

Having the Mind of Christ
Philippians 2:5-11

1. Paul's declaration & command to have the mind of Christ


2. A powerful explanation & commentary regarding the mind of Christ
   • Notice the Lord's . . .
     • Incarnation "humble servant"
     • Crucifixion "obedient sacrifice"
     • Coronation "worthy Savior"


3. A personal evaluation & the characteristics of the mind of Christ
   • How do I know if I have the mind of Christ?
     1. Do I think of others rather than myself?
     2. Do I serve others?
     3. Am I willing to sacrifice?
     4. Does my life bring glory to God?

Let's Work Together!
Philippians 2

1. Wake up! Fellowship in unity.


2. Give up! Foster a spirit of harmony.


3. Look up! Focus on humility.
   • Paul's examples of humility—
     • a personal example—himself (17)
     • a proven example—Timothy (19-24)
     • a precious example—Epaphroditus (25-30)
     • The perfect exampl—Jesus Christ (5-11)


4. Grow up! The Fruit of maturity.

Salvation 101: A Parable of America
Matthew 19:16-26

1. The investigation...


2. The instruction...


3. The invitation...

A Word About Deacons

1. Faithful servant


2. Fine example


3. Filled with the Holy Spirit

Salvation 101: Getting to the Heart of the Matter
Luke 8:4-15

1. The proclamation of the parable


2. The explanation of the passage
   • The seed: God's word
   • The sower: Those who share the Word!
   • The soils:
     • hard
     • shallow
     • crowded
     • good


3. The application of the principles
   • essence
   • evidence


4. The examination of our profession

Salvation 101: The Way We Were
Ephesians 2:1-10

1. An old condition: Dead to God!
   • Paul says that we were once:
     1. Dead in sin
     2. Detoured in life
     3. Deceived in spirit
     4. Disobedient in works
     5. Doomed in condemnation


2. A new condition: Alive to God!
   • Note what God has done for the believer:
     1. He loved us.
     2. He transformed us.
     3. He saved us.
     4. He forgave us.
     5. He exalted us.
     6. He keeps us.


3. A new creation: Walk with God!
   • Notice. . .
     • God's workmanship
     • Good works
     • A godly walk

A Challenging and Encouraging Word for God's People
Philippians 1:27-30

1. The conduct appropriate for God's people
   • Four attitudes...
     1. walk by faith (II Corinthians 5:7)
     2. walk in love (Ephesians 5:2)
     3. walk as children of light (Ephesians 5:8-11)
     4. walk in the Spirit (Galatians 5:16)
   
   
   • Various actions...
     • Good works
     • Pleasing God
     • Moral purity
     • Leading a quiet life
     • Working with hands
     • Holiness
     • Lowliness
     • Gentleness
     • Patience
     • Honesty
     • Uplifting communication
     • Kindness
     • Forgiveness


2. The cooperation among God's people
   1. An undivided people
   2. A unified purpose


3. The conflict against God's people

When We Gather Around the Lord's Table
1 Corinthians 10

1. Communion with the Lord


2. Unity in the Lord


3. Purity before the Lord

Looking at Life from All Sides
Philippians 1

1. In difficult times, find the bright side
   • Five things about valleys in life-
     • Inevitable
     • Unpredictable
     • Impartial
     • Temporary
     • Purposeful


2. In daily matters, focus on the basic side


3. In the parting life, our faith reveals a better side.

Salvation 101:The Gospel Plain and Simple
Romans 3:10-31

1. The desperate condition of the lost
   • Note the-
     • scope of the problem

       Comprehensive, Jew and Gentile, "for all have sinned and come short of the Glory of God"

     • seriousness of our problem

       From head to toe, we have great need spiritually!



2. The distinct function of the Law
   • The law points out our . . .
     • sin
     • guilt
     • need


3. The Divine provision of the Lord
   • God's plan for salvation:
     1. was foretold
     2. involves faith
     3. involves forgiveness
     4. involves fairness

Lessons in Labor
Malachi 3:1-12

1. The charges that he brought
   1. Robbery against the house of God
   2. Disobedience toward the law of God
   3. Dishonoring the name of God


2. The changes that he sought
   1. Return wholeheartedly to me
   2. Return the whole tithe to my house
      • Notice...
        • the correct percentage of the tithe
        • a certain place for the tithe
        • a clear purpose for the tithe


3. The challenge that was taught
   • A promise of great blessings
   • In terms of God's
     • provision
     • protection
     • production

Understanding Who You Are
Philippians 1:1-8

Answers In Genesis

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Answers In Genesis

Answers In Genesis

Answers In Genesis

Guidelines for Giving
Genesis 2

1. The reasons for our labor


2. The rewards from our labor
   • food
   • finances
   • fulfillment
   • friendship
   • fellowship


3. The responsibility associated with labor
   • We are to...
     • Be hard working
     • Be honest
     • Glorify God in whatever we do


4. The rest from our labor
   • weekly
   • periodically
   • eternally
   • spiritually

Lessons in Labor
2 Corinthians 8, 9

1. The mandate for our giving


2. The manner of our giving
   • We are to give:
     • Sacrificially
     • Generously
     • Freely
     • Willingly
     • Gladly
     • Cheerfully
     • Selflessly
     • Regularly
     • Individually
     • Proportionally


3. The motive behind our giving


4. The management of our giving


5. The multiplication of our giving

Mexico Mission Challenge

The Foolish, The Faithful and the Flood
Genesis 6-8

1. The perverse condition of man


2. The punishment and decision by God


3. The protective provision for Noah
   • the directions
   • the dimensions
   • the dedication
   • the destruction


4. The personal application for all

Abiding and Abounding
John 15:1-27

1. The declaration of the Lord
   • I am the bread of life—John 6:35, 48
   • I am the light of the world—John 8:12
   • I am the door—John 10:7, 9
   • I am the good shepherd—John 10:11, 14
   • I am the resurrection and the life—John 11:25
   • I am the way, the truth and the life—John 14:6
   • I am the true vine—John 15:1


2. The desire of the Lord
   • abide in Him
   • bear fruit
     • 9 fruits of the Spirit—Galatians 5:22-23
     • Fruit of winning others to Christ—Romans 1:13
     • Fruit of holiness/obedience—Romans 6:22
     • Fruit of Christian giving—Romans 15:28
     • Fruit of good works—Colossians 1:10
     • Fruit of the praise of our lips—Hebrews 13:15
   • keep His commandments


3. Dependence upon the Lord

Back to the Basics: Returning to Our First Love
Revelation 2:1-5

Notice the Lord's…

1. Commendation of the church at Ephesus
   • He commends their:
     1. past labor and work
     2. patience
     3. perseverance
     4. passion


2. Concern regarding the church at Ephesus
   • 5 symptoms of sickness
     1. a club rather than a church
     2. theologically off-center
     3. no vision for growth
     4. power and control vs. proclamation of Christ
     5. "It's all about me" mentality


3. Correction for the church at Ephesus
   • What does the Bible say about those who wins souls to Christ?
   • Notice their…
     1. Mind—They are wise (Proverbs 11:30)
     2. Heart—Full of compassion (Matthew 9:36)
     3. Feet—Beautiful (Romans 10:15)
     4. Countenance—Glowing (Daniel 12:3)
     5. Will—Obedient (John 20:21; Acts 1:8)
     6. Conscience—Clear (Acts 20:26; Ezekiel 33:8)
     7. Attitude—Christ-like (Luke 19:10)

When Firm Foundations Falter
Psalm 11

1. We are given a stark reminder
   • There is really nothing in this world we can put our trust in!

     "All the foundations of the earth are unstable." --Psalm 82:5

   • We are warned not to put our trust in:
     1. money
     2. material possessions
     3. men
     4. military might


2. We come to a sobering realization
   1. We must place our trust in God
   2. We can also trust His Word
   3. We can trust God's mercy


3. We can stand on a solid rock

   "When the whirlwind passes by, the wicked is no more, But the righteous has an everlasting foundation." --Proverbs 10:25

The Weight of Worry
Matthew 6:25-34

The Lord's...

1. Warning and command


2. Words of comfort
   • the fowls of the air
   • the flowers of the field
   • the Father up above


3. Wisdom and counsel
   1. Seek God's kingdom/righteousness
   2. Live one day at a time
   3. Trust God

When Life Overwhelms
Psalm 77

1. He contemplated some questions deep within.
   • Note his:
     • diligence in this matter
     • doubtfulness in this matter
     • desperation in this matter


2. He considered God's great works in the past.


3. He cried out to God in heaven above.
   • 6 great positives of facing great problems
     • impacts our proximity to God
     • rekindles our passion for God
     • motivates us to pray to God
     • teaches us patience
     • teaches us perseverance
     • leads to perfection

Faith and Fools
Psalm 14:1

1. The Creation around us.
   • Consider four things:
     • order
     • design
     • purpose
     • beauty


2. The conscience within us


3. His commandments before us


4. The Christ who died for us

Lessons From the Lord’s Supper
John 13:18-38

1. A revealing comment about a Satan-filled betrayer
   1. The Lord knows all.
   2. His Word is truth.
   3. Jesus made these statements with purpose in mind.
      • fulfilling prophecy
      • helping others to believe
   4. We must keep our eyes on Jesus!


2. A reassuring comfort to all Spirit-filled believers

7 Things the Church Must Be Re-reminded of at This Time
1 John 2:15-17

1. The content of our message


2. The validity of our message


3. The condition of our world


4. The urgency of the times


5. The reality of our opposition


6. The importance of our role


7. The power of our Master

Which Way Are You Traveling? The Two Ways
Matthew 7:12-29

The PREACHING OF THE KINGDOM: Sermon on the Mount

• The Picture of Kingdom Life (5:1-16) Beatitudes
• The Precepts for Kingdom Life (5:17-48) The Laws of Moses
• The Practice of Kingdom Life (6:1- 7:12)
• The Proof of Kingdom Life (7:13-29) The Two Ways

1. Two Ways: The Narrow Way or the Broad Way
   Which Way are you traveling?


2. Two Trees: Good Tree (Fruit) or Bad Tree Fruit
   What kind of Fruit are you bearing in your life?


3. Two Professions: In the Kingdom or Not
   Do you know Jesus personally or not? Does He know you?

Matt 7:21-23 Club
Key: Are You Obedient to the will of God?

4. Two Builders: Wise or Foolish
   What kind of foundation do you have in your life?

The Lion, the Lamb and the World
Revelation 5:1-14

1. Jesus Christ is the Lord of History. 5:1-5

1. He is Lord because of God's plan (cf. chapters 6-22; a time of retribution, redemption, and restoration).	5:1
2. He is Lord because of heaven's problem.	5:2-4
3. He is Lord because of His power (cf. Gen. 49:10; Isa. 11:1, 10).	5:5



2. Jesus Christ is the Lord of Victory. 5:6-7

   1. He is victorious because He was slain.	5:6
   2. He is victorious because He is standing.	5:6
   3. He is victorious because He is strong.	5:6
   4. He is victorious because He is searching.	5:6
   5. He is victorious because He is sovereign.	5:7



3. Jesus Christ is the Lord of Glory. 5:8-14

   1. He is praised by the saints.	5:8-10
   2. He is praised by the angels.	5:11-12
   3. He is praised by all creation.	5:13-14

A Celebration of Faith, God and Country
Hebrews 11:8-16

1. A foreign country


2. A familiar country
   • Two factors that are important regarding God's blessing upon a nation:
     1. The nation's relationship to the Lord
     2. The nation's relationship to His Law


3. A heavenly country
   • This "country" is:
     1. permanent
     2. prepared
     3. a Paradise
     4. promised
     5. pure

Great and Gracious Giving
John 12:1-8

1. The motive...


2. The measure...


3. The manner...
   • Extravagantly
   • Sacrificially
   • Selflessly
   • Willingly
   • Lovingly
   • Personally
   • Worshipfully
   • Purposefully
   • Timely


4. The misunderstanding...
   • The three who don’t understand true Christian giving:
     • the world in general
     • the lost around us
     • some in the church


5. The master...


6. The magnification...

Who's Your Father?
John 8:12-59

1. Confusion over fathers
   • Notice the Pharisees:
     1. beliefs
     2. bondage
     3. behavior
     4. blindness


2. Conversion and faith


3. Convictions and fruit
   • Some things which are very important:
     1. what we believe
     2. how we behave
     3. our stance on the Bible

Radical Redemption
I Corinthians 6:9-11

1. Radical deliverance from shame!
   But you were washed...


2. A radical transformation of character!
   you were sanctified...


3. A radical freedom to serve!
   you were justified in the name of the Lord Jesus Christ and by the Spirit of our God.

The Strongman of Israel
Judges 13-16

1. A Great Start, 13-15
   1. A Promised Son, 13:1-24
   2. The First Campaign, 14:1-20
   3. Further Campaigns into Philistia, 15:1-20


2. A Tragic Downfall, 16:1–22
   1. Samson Visits Gaza
   2. Samson & Delilah
   3. Some Truths to note about Samson's Slide into captivity
      1. His weaknesses were evident from the beginning
      2. He became the slave of his weaknesses
      3. His fall was gradual
      4. His giftedness was diluted by his sin, but not taken away


3. Samson's Restoration, 16:23-31
   1. A Philistine Celebration
   2. Samson's Final Act





]]> Christian http://www.caryfbc.org/media dpoyner@caryfbc.org (Danny Poyner) 00:56:22 Dr. Scott Kellum Judges, 13, 14, 15, 16 The Strongman of Israel<br />Judges 13-16<br />Dr. Scott Kellum no http://files.caryfbc.org/audio/sermons/20110612-1030 Sun, 12 Jun 2011 10:30:00 -0400 Recorded Sun, 05 Jun 2011 10:30:00 -0400

Paul: Seven Secrets of Success
I Thessalonians 2

1. Education
   He took advantage of opportunities!


2. Determination
   He was a hard worker!


3. Direction
   He listened to and followed the Holy Spirit!


4. Reputation
   His life was an open book before men.


5. Vision
   He dreamed big dreams!


6. Passion
   He was driven to share the Gospel!


7. Conversion
   This is the key piece of the puzzle!





]]> Christian http://www.caryfbc.org/media dpoyner@caryfbc.org (Danny Poyner) 00:40:48 Rev. Jay Huddleston Thessalonians, 2 Paul: Seven Secrets of Success<br />I Thessalonians 2<br />Rev. Jay Huddleston no http://files.caryfbc.org/audio/sermons/20110605-1030 Sun, 05 Jun 2011 10:30:00 -0400 Recorded Sun, 29 May 2011 18:00:00 -0400

A Memorial for a Lifetime
Joshua 23, 24

1. A reminder from the past
   • The Lord's...
     • provision
     • promises
     • persuasion
     • prediction


2. A renewal and a pledge
   1. The review
   2. The resolution
      • Revere
      • Serve
      • Vow
      • Put away
   3. The reminder





]]> Christian http://www.caryfbc.org/media dpoyner@caryfbc.org (Danny Poyner) 00:38:19 Rev. Jay Huddleston Joshua, 23, 24 A Memorial for a Lifetime<br />Joshua 23, 24<br />Rev. Jay Huddleston no http://files.caryfbc.org/audio/sermons/20110529-1800 Sun, 29 May 2011 18:00:00 -0400 Recorded Sun, 29 May 2011 10:30:00 -0400

The Greatest Memorial
I Corinthians 11:17-31

1. Corinth: The troublesome problems with the Lord's Supper
   • Paul characterizes a:
     • divided congregation
     • deplorable "celebration"
       • selfishness
       • sinfulness
       • shamefulness


2. Christ: The true purpose of the Lord's Supper
   • The Lord's Supper is a:
     • memorial of His precious sacrifice
     • message of His priceless salvation


3. Contemplate: The time of preparation for the Lord's Supper
   • Examine
   • Discern
   • Judge
   • Unworthily





]]> Christian http://www.caryfbc.org/media dpoyner@caryfbc.org (Danny Poyner) 00:26:56 Rev. Jay Huddleston Corinthians, 11 The Greatest Memorial<br />I Corinthians 11:17-31<br />Rev. Jay Huddleston no http://files.caryfbc.org/audio/sermons/20110529-1030 Sun, 29 May 2011 10:30:00 -0400 Recorded Sun, 22 May 2011 18:00:00 -0400

Until Then: What Shall We Do?
James 5:7-13

Five conditions of the heart:

1. patient
2. persevering
3. praying
4. praising
5. planted



]]> Christian http://www.caryfbc.org/media dpoyner@caryfbc.org (Danny Poyner) 00:38:47 Rev. Jay Huddleston James, 5 Until Then: What Shall We Do?<br />James 5:7-13<br />Rev. Jay Huddleston no http://files.caryfbc.org/audio/sermons/20110522-1800 Sun, 22 May 2011 18:00:00 -0400