Sermons
"The LORD Is My Strength" - 1 Samuel 30:1-6
Outline- November 5, 2023
Title: The Lord Is My Strength
Text: 1 Samuel 30:1-6
Quote: What life does to us depends on what life finds in us.
Points:
Strength In Self ( Background)
Strength Up in Smoke ( vv. 1-3)
Strength In The Lord ( vv. 4-6)
Application:
Have you ever experienced a “Line of Demarcation” moment in your life?
Have you ever heard someone say about you-What is a Christian doing here?
What do you think of the statement-“It is when we act foolishly- it is then that God has encouragement for us”?
Have you ever experienced a time in your life when your strength went up in smoke?
How well do you respond/handle criticism?
What do you think of the following statement: “A crisis does not make a person; it shows what a person is made of”?
How do you strengthen yourself in the Lord?
Ministry Opportunities:
5th- Lord’s Supper
7th- Search Committee- 7:30
8th- Corporate Prayer (7:00)/ Corporate Bible Study (8:00)
11th- Men’s Small Group-7:30am
14th- Advisory Board Meeting- 7:00pm
"U-Turn Saints" - 1 Samuel 28:8-14
Outline- October 22, 2023
Text: 1 Samuel 28:8-14
Title: U-Turn Saints
Quote: A scared world needs a fearless church. A. W. Tozer
Points:
I. Disguising (vv. 8-11)
II. Deceiving ( vv. 12-14)
Application:
1. During your spiritual journey with the Lord, have you ever experienced
traveling on the wrong road, making a wrong turn? What caused you to
make a U-Turn?
2. What are factors leading you to be defiant of authority? To be defiant of
God?
3. Have you ever used the Lord to get what you wanted?
4. Have you ever found yourself talking to someone dead? Have you ever
desired to hear from a dead person?
Ministry Opportunities:
25th – Prayer and Bible Study ( Church of Laodicea)
28th - PSTF-9:30-12/12:30
4th – Couples’ Small Group- 10:30-noon
"Evilness Is Develish" - 1 Samuel 28:1-7
Outline-October 15, 2023
Topic: Evilness Is Devilish
Text: 1 Samuel 28:1-7
Quote: Anything good is hated by everything evil
Points:
I. Evilness of Lying and Deceiving ( vv. 1-2)
II. Evilness of Inquiring and Dabbling ( vv. 3-7)
Application:
1. Do you struggle with lying? Do you rationalize your lying? Are you a deceptive person?
2. Have you been fighting the wrong enemy for so long you have forgotten who is the real enemy?
3. Have you ever turned to evilness for guidance? ( i.e. horoscope, Ouija Board, palm reading, tarot card, etc.)
4. Do you recall the times in your spiritual journey with the Lord that you became impatient with God? Whom or What did you turn to for guidance/comfort? Have you ever felt God was keeping something from you that you needed?
5. What do you think of the quote- Anything good is hated by everything evil.
Opportunities:
Moody Founders’ Week- 18th- 20th
Sunday School-22nd
PSTF Workshop- 28th – 9:30-12:30
Regional Superintendent- Steve McCausland-29th – Morning Service
"MAD Cavemen" -Text: 1 Samuel 22:1-5
Outline-June 18, 2023
Title: “MAD Cavemen”
Text: 1 Samuel 22:1-5
Quote: Being a person after God’s own heart doesn’t mean never experiencing the darkness of the cave.
Points:
Entering Your Cave ( vv. 1-2)
Exiting Your Cave ( vv. 3-5)
Application:
What type of bird are you? What type of bird is your husband/your father?
Are you a MAD-Man? Are you a MAD-Woman?
Have you entered your cave seeking to be alone? Seeking to be safe?
Do you fear time alone with God and being shut off from the rest of the world? Why? If not, what steps do you take to be alone with God?
What lessons did you learn the last time you entered a cave?
What did you learn from our discussion on the three lessons concerning leadership?
What do you think of the following statement: “It’s not the storms you weather that define you; it is the way that you weather the storms!”?
What did you learn from the seven lessons taught from Psalm 57 and 142?
Ministry Opportunities:
21st- Charter-4pm
21st- Corporate Praise and Prayer(7pm) and Corporate Bible Study (8pm)
24th- Men’s Prayer Breakfast (9am)
25th -Sunday School-(9:30am-Application from today’s message)
25th -Kidz Zone
1st - Couples Small Group 10:30a
"Believe," John 20: 24-29
Outline- April 9, 2023
Text: John 20:24-29
Title: Believe
Quote: Unless we start with doubts, we cannot have a deep-rooted faith.
Application:
1. What role does doubt play in your life?
2. How do you feel when you miss out on an opportunity to gather for corporate worship?
3. What did you learn from our discussion on the three lessons concerning doubt?
4. What did you learn about our discussion on -Times Doubt Creeps In?
5. What did you learn about the difference between doubt and unbelief?
Ministry Opportunities:
12th-Corporate Praise and Prayer-7pm
12th- Corporate Bible Study-Church of Pergamum
15th- Ladies’ Small Group- 10-11:30
16th – Kidz Zone
23rd- Sunday School-9:30-10:30
" Something To Rejoice About" Scriptural Text : Acts 8:25-31; 35-39
Outline- February 19, 2023
Title: Something To Rejoice About
Text: Acts 8:25-31; 35-39
Quote: Obedience is a habit we must develop in our daily life.
Points:
I. Rejoicing In Our Divine Appointments ( vv. 25-28)
II. Rejoicing In Our Divine Understanding ( vv. 29-31)
III. Rejoicing In Our Divine Conversion ( vv. 35-39)
Application:
1. How well are you watching for opportunities? How well are you listening for God’s voice? How much is God’s voice leading you?
2. What do you think of the following statement: “When the Spirit brings a prepared servant and a contrite sinner together, there will be a harvest”?
3. What did you learn about “successful witnessing”?
4. What did you learn about baptism? What kept you from getting baptized?
Ministry Opportunities:
19th- Baptism Sunday
22nd – Corporate Praise and Prayer- 7-7:45pm
22nd – Corporate Bible Study- 8-9pm
"Chosen By God," Scriptural Text : 1 Samuel 16:1-5
Outline-January 15, 2023
Title: Chosen By God
Text: 1 Samuel 16:1-5
Pts.
I. God’s Sovereign Providence- vv. 1-2
II. God’s Sovereign Plan -vv. 3-5
Quote: Faith is counting on Him when we do not know what tomorrow holds
Application:
1. Do you remember the last time you asked for something that was not best for you?
2. What dd you learn from our “Three Strike” discussion?
3. What did you learn from our discussion on “God’s Call For Action”?
4. What did you learn from our discussion on God’s Sovereignty?
5.
Ministry Opportunities:
16th- Sis. Susan Wilson’s Funeral- Orland Christian Reformed Church- 7500 W. Sycamore Drive, Orland Park, IL- 9am- Viewing, 10am- Services
18th- Charter- 4pm
18th- Corporate Praise- 7pm / Corporate Bible Study- 8pm- Revelations 2- Church of Ephesus
19th- Ministerial-11:30am- Villa Park, IL
20th- Carolyn Jordan’s ( sister of Sis. Joan) Funeral-Morning Missionary Baptist Church- 2075 Kentucky Street, Gary, Indiana- Visitation-9-11/ Services- 11
21st – Donnie Verges- nephew of Dorothy Coleman- Funeral will be held in Georgia
" God’s Loving Wrath" - Romans 1:18
Outline-November 13, 2022
Text: Romans 1:18
Title: God’s Loving Wrath
Quote: God is perfect in His love is, but He is also perfect in His holiness and judgment.
Points:
I. God’s Wrath ( v. 18a)
II. Focus of God’s Wrath (v.18b)
III. Cause of God’s Wrath (v. 18c)
Application:
1. How much do you think about the wrath of God? What impact does God’s wrath have on you?
2. Has the wrath of God ever been offensive to your sensibilities?
3. What did you learn about “ungodliness” and “unrighteousness”?
4. What did you learn about suppressing the truth in righteousness?
Ministry Opportunities:
15th- Advisory Board Meeting
16th- Corporate Praise- 7pm
16th- Corporate Bible Study-8pm
19th- Ladies’ Small Group- 10am
"Shameless and Powerless Saints," Romans 1:16
Outline-October 30, 2022
Text: Romans 1:16
Title: Shameless and Powerless Saints
Quote: There are many religions but only one true gospel.
Points:
I. I’m Not Ashamed ( v. 16a)
II. I’m Not Powerful ( v. 16b)
Application:
1. Have there been times in which you were ashamed of the gospel? Why? Have you been guilty of attempting to “sell the gospel”?
2. What does it mean to you that the gospel is available to all?
3. What did you learn from the discussion on “belief”?
4. What did you learn about the importance of the gospel?
Ministry Opportunities: November-Persecuted Church/Saints- Harvest Offering
2nd- Corporate Praise and Prayer- 7-7:45pm
2nd -Corporate Bible Study – 8-9pm
5th- Couples’ Small Group “Death Do Us Part “- 10:30am
6th – Lord’s Supper
15th – Advisory Board Meeting- 7pm
"Ain't Misbehavin Saints" Romans 1:9-15
Outline-October 23, 2022
Title: Ain’t Misbehavin Saints
Text: Romans 1:9-15
Quote: When nothing else matters in our life but what matters to the Lord Almighty, God’s Work, God’s Will get done.
Points:
I. Behaving As Committed Saints ( v.9)
II. Behaving As Prayerful Saints ( vv. 10-13)
III. Behaving As Obligated Saints ( vv. 14-15)
Application:
1. What did you learn about what a “committed saint” looks like?
2. Why do you serve?
3. Do you view your prayer life as a ministry? If yes, why? If not, why?
4. What is the focus of your prayers?
5. What did you learn about Paul’s prayer life?
6. What did you learn about Paul’s eagerness to visit from Rome?
7. What did you learn about effective ministry?
8. Do you sense a sense of obligation?
Ministry Opportunities:
23rd- Pastor and Leadership Appreciation
26th – Corporate Praise and Prayer- 7-7:45pm
26th – Corporate Bible Study- 8-9pm – Titus 2
29th – Sis. Rita’s Housewarming Celebration- 2pm-5pm
277 Juniper Street, Park Forest- On Street Parking
"I’m Beloved of God" Romans 1:7-8
Outline- October 16, 2022
Text: Romans 1:7-8
Title: I’m Beloved of God
Quote: Grace is what we receive, peace is what we experience
Points:
I. The Beloved- v. 7
II. The Beloved’s Faithfulness- v. 8
Application:
1. What does it mean to you to know that you are beloved of God?
2. What did you learn about your “sainthood”?
3. What did you think of the following statement: “God’s plan for our lives is that we become different than others who live around us”?
4. Before today’s message, did you understand grace equips and empowers the saint for Christian life and service?
5. Is your faith being proclaimed on your block, your city, your state?
Ministry Opportunities:
19th- Charter- 4pm
19th – Corporate Praise and Prayer- 7-7:45pm
19th – Corporate Bible Study- Titus 2- 8-9pm
21st – Charles Brass’ sister’s Agatha Annette Butler-funeral- A.A. Rainey- 5911 W. Madison Street, Chicago, Illinois 60644 Visitation 10- Funeral 11
23rd- Pastor and Leadership Appreciation Sunday- following Morning Worship
29th – Sis. Rita’s Housewarming Gathering- October 29th-2pm-5pm- 277 Juniper Street, Park Forest ( Only Street Parking Available)
"Commanded to Be Holy" - 1Peter 1:15-16
Sermon Outline
Text: 1 Peter 1:15-16
Title: Commanded To Be Holy
Quote: Ours not reason why; Ours not to make reply; Our but to do or die.
Pts.
I. Fix Your Hope ( vv. 13-14)
II. Be Holy ( vv. 15-16)
Sermon Application:
1. What did you learn from our discussion of the 3-A’s? ( i.e. Attitude, Action, Aspiration)
2. Do you struggle with being obedience? In what area of your Christian life are you most disobedient?
3. What did you learn from our discussion on “holiness”?
4. How are you doing in pursuing “holiness”? ( i.e. Act Justly, Walk Humbly, Spend Time w/God)
"Fasting On Junk Food-Feasting On Spiritual Food" - Matthew 4:1-4
Sermon Outline- August 7,2022
Title: Fasting On Junk Food-Feasting On Spiritual Food
Text: Matthew 4:1-4
Points:
I. Spiritual Fasting ( vv. 1-2)
II. Spiritual Feasting ( vv. 3-4)
Quote: I look down to the book and God speaks to me, and then I look up in prayer, and speak to the Lord, and in this way we keep up a holy talk with each other. Charles Spurgeon
Sermon Application:
1. Has the Holy Spirit led you to places or situations that were challenging?
2. What did you learn about temptation?
3. What did you learn about fasting? What did you learn how God prepares us in advance for the temptation/test that we will face?
4. How often are you guilty of feasting on junk food rather than on spiritual food?
Ministry Opportunities:
10th – Corporate Prayer- 7-7:40pm
10th - Corporate Bible Study- 8-9pm-Titus 2:2-5
13th – Men’s Small Group- 7:30am
13th- Back To High School-Off To College – ( all high school and college students)-noon
"Living with Christ’s Return in Mind" - 1 Thess 5:16-18
Guest Speaker: Elder Joseph Hyligar
Outline- July 31, 2022
Title: Living with Christs Return in Mind
Text: 1 Thessalonian's 5:16-18
Ministry Opportunities:
There will be no Corporate Prayer or Bible Study on July 20th or 27th. Corporate Prayer and Bible Study will resume on August 3rd.
Pastor is on vacation from 7/15-8/2
"Living With Urgency, " p.2 Text: 1 Thessalonian's 5:12-15
Guest Speaker: Elder Joseph Hyligar
Outline- July 24th 2022
Title: Living with Christs Return in Mind
Text: 1 Thessalonian's 5:12-15
Ministry Opportunities:
There will be no Corporate Prayer or Bible Study on July 20th or 27th. Corporate Prayer and Bible Study will resume on August 3rd.
Pastor is on vacation from 7/15-8/2
"I'm Lost Without You," Text: Psalm 130:1-4
Outline- June 26, 2022
Text: Psalm 130:1-4
Title: “I’m Lost Without You”
Quote: The proper fear of the Lord is based upon acknowledging God’s right to judge as well as His willingness to show mercy.
Points:
I. Crying Out ( vv. 1-2)
II. Cry Out For Forgiveness ( vv. 3-4)
Application:
1. Read Psalms 120-134 ( Psalms of Ascent)
2. When was the last time you cried out to the Lord?
3. What dd you learn from our discussion on “cry for freedom”?
4. What did you learn about God’s mercy?
5. What did you learn about the types of sins?
6. What did you learn about “forgiveness”?
Ministry Opportunities:
29th- Corporate Praise- 7pm
29th- Corporate Bible Study- 8pm ( Titus 1)
2nd – Couples Small Group-“Taking Care of Mom and Dad-Aging Parents” 10:30am
3rd- Lord’s Supper
"Facing Crises During Our Voyage," Acts 27:14-20
Outline- May 22, 2022
Title: Facing Crises During Our Voyage
Text: Acts 27:14-20
Quote: Some people will damage when they see the light; Others change only when they feel the heat!
Application:
1. What did you learn from today’s discussion on “drifting”? ( i.e. currents, consequences, stop)
2. What did you learn from today’s discussion on “crises”? What did you think of Sir Isaac Newton’s quote?
3. What have you discarded in the past when facing a crisis?
Ministry Opportunities:
25th – Corporate Praise
25th – Corporate Bible Study – Titus 1:7-9
"Thank God For Mothers, " Luke 1:26-45
Outline-May 8, 2022
Title: Thank God For Mothers
Text: Luke 1:26-45
Quote: Motherhood is truly a gift from God.
Points:
I. Difficulties Faced By Mothers ( vv. 26-27, 31)
II. Resources Available to Mothers ( vv. 39-40)
III. Response Expected of Mothers ( v.38)
Application:
1. What were some of the difficulties that you or your mother faced?
2. As a mother, or how well did your mother teach you about the importance of spiritual possessions?
3. In what ways is Satan attacking children today?
4. Do you or did your mother struggle with doubting whether you/she was a good mother?
5. What resources do you have or did your mother have to raise your children/ or you?
6. Do you- or did your mother have a servant mindset?
Ministry Opportunities:
11th – Corporate Praise and Prayer- 7-7:45pm
11th – Corporate Bible Study- 8-9pm – Titus 1:4-6
14th – Men’s Small Group- 7:30am
21st- Ladies’ Gathering- 10am
"The Ship, " Ephesians 2:19
Outline- May 1, 2022
Title: "The Ship"
Text: Ephesians 2:19
Quote: Membership has its privileges!
Points:
I. Benefits of Universal Church Membership
II. Benefits of Local Church Membership
III. Responsibilities of Local Church Membership
Application:
1. What did you learn about your benefits of Universal Church Membership?
2. What do you think of the statement: Membership in the local church is not something we have it’s something we do?
3. What did you learn about your benefits of Local Church Membership?
4. What did you learn about your responsibilities of Local Church Membership?
5. Are you a unifying believer or a divisive believer?
6. Are you a “floating believer”?
Ministry Opportunities:
4th – Corporate Praise and Prayer- 7:00-7:45pm
4th -Corporate Bible Study- 8:00-9:00pm- Titus 1:4-6
7th – Couples’ Small Group- 10:30-noon- “Does This Parenting Ever End”- ( Please invite guests and RSVP by May 5th)
21st- Ladies’ Gathering- 10am
Wake Up, You Better Pay Attention! Text: 1 Peter 5:8-11
Outline- April 24, 2022
Title: Wake Up, You Better Pay Attention!
Text: 1 Peter 5:8-11
Quote: God wants His children to be carefree but He doesn’t want us to be careless.
Points:
I. Watch Out For The Devil (v.8)
II. Resist The Devil (v.9)
Application:
1. How well are you casting your cares unto the Lord? What’s preventing you from casting “all” your cares?
2. How are you doing as it relates to the “Genuine Relief Equation”?
3. Which camp do you reside in the most- Over-Estimation Camp or the Under-Estimation Camp?
4. Are you attentive to the tactics of the devil?
5. Wat do you think of the statement: If the devil can get us to listen to his roar, he can keep us from hearing God’s voice?
6. How well are you developing your “roar resistance”?
Ministry Opportunities:
27th- Corporate Praise and Prayer ( 7-7:45pm)
27th – Corporate Bible Study- 8-9pm- Titus 1:3-4
May 1st- Testimonies and Right Hand of Fellowship- New Members- following Morning Worship