Burwood Presbyterian Church

Introduction: Scene 1 – Herod Persecutes the Apostles (v1-5). Scene 2 – Peter is Delivered from Herod (v6-11). Scene 3 – Peter Visits the Disciples (v12-17). Scene 4 – The Judgement of Herod (v18-25). Conclusion:

Introduction: - What have I done with my life to show my appreciation of God’s covenant love? 1 My Heart is Filled with Thankfulness (v1-4). 2 The King’s Testimony (v5-14). 3 Welcoming God’s Salvation (v15-24). 4 'O LORD, Save Us!' (v25-29) Conclusion: Thankfulness to God should lead to: - A deeper richer prayer life. - Evangelism. - Mercy ministries. - Christian obedience.

Introduction: - Sin ruins everything. - Total depravity means we need to have total dependency on God’s grace. 1 A Call to Worship (v1-5). 2 'We have sinned ...' (v6-39) a In Egypt (v6-12). b In the Wilderness (v13-33). c Up to the Present Day (v34-39). 3 The Cry of the Repentant Heart (v40-48). - Who can save a wretch like me? Conclusion: Fickle people NEED a faithful God! - Remember that we are all sinners. - Pray for one another. - Don’t hide the truth. - Keep putting sin to death in your own life.

Introduction: 1 A Call to Worship (v1-7) 2 Reliving Israel’s Story (v8-41) a From Abraham to Joseph (v8-15; Genesis 12-36) b From Joseph to Moses (v16-23; Genesis 37-50) c From Egypt to the Promised Land (v24-41; Exodus, etc) 3 God’s Calling Today (v42-45). Conclusion: - God is faithful to keep all his promises to all his people, for all time. (Remember to be thankful!)! - History is worth knowing and remembering, - We must also be kingdom builders, in light of all that God has done for us in Christ. - The Christian hope – share it and show it!

Introduction: 1 Joy to the World, The Lord is come! (Psalm 98:1-3) 2 Joy to the Earth, the Saviour reigns! (Psalm 98:4-8) 3 No more let sins and sorrows grow! (Psalm 98:9) 4 He rules the world with truth and grace! (Luke 1:46-56) Conclusion: Christmas is about the birth of a King who is the Lord and Saviour of mankind – Jesus Christ. Christmas is: - An invitation to faith. - A celebration of the Saviour’s birth. - A vindication of God’s righteousness. - A triumph of the wonders of his grace.

Introduction: - What is the promise of Christmas? 1 The Promise: The Birth of a King (v1-5a). 2 The Provision: God’s Grace (v5b-15) a He Saves Us from Our Enemies (v5b-6) b He Redeems Us as a Remnant to Himself (v7-9) c He Purifies Us from Sin and Idolatry (v10-15) As promised, God has provided for us a King who was born in Bethlehem; and he has become our peace. - By God’s grace, the Church is being prepared as a bride to receive her King. - Rejoice in the promise of Christmas! God is faithful, his Word is true, and his promises are sure.

Introduction: - God is faithful. We should be faithful too. The example of Paul’s life and ministry: 1) Servanthood: His first allegiance is to Christ (v1-2). 2) Courage: He’s not afraid of what people think about him (v3-7). 3) Integrity: He’s willing to suffer for the truth (v8-13). 4) Love: He genuinely cares for God’s people (v14-21). Conclusion: - Faithfulness brings blessing, blessing bring joy, and joy brings celebration: lifting our hearts in praise to God. - Let’s aim to grow in love and faithfulness in 2023!

Introduction: - Do you understand what God is doing in the world today? - God has a plan for his people. 1) The Mountain of the LORD (v1-5). 2) God’s Plan for the Future (v6-13) a) The Return of the King (v6-8) b) The Reality of Exile (v9-10) c) The Rebellion of the Nations (v11-12) d) 'Rise and Thresh!' (v13). Conclusion: - God's Plan involves: 1) The return of the King. 2) The judgement of the world, and 3) The full and final redemption of his people. - God's plan will be achieved in His time, to His glory.

Introduction: 1) Stormy Weather. 2) Fear. 3) A Fearful Cry. 4) Great Fear. Conclusion:

Introduction: 1 Setting the Scene (22:14). 2 The Final Passover (22:15-18). 3 The Great Substitution (22:19-20). Conclusion:

Introduction: 1) The Lamp. 2) The Growing Seed. 3) The Mustard Seed. Conclusion:

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Introduction: ‘My God will meet all your needs according to his glorious riches in Christ Jesus.’ (Philippians 4:19) 1) I Need Help … NOW! (v1-7) 2) God has a Reputation for Helping His People (v8-14). 3) Lord, this is What I Need (v15-17). Conclusion: Psalm 86 offers a ‘blueprint’ for seeking God’s help: - Believe in the good news of the Gospel. - Remind yourself of God’s character. - Repent of your sins. - Lay hold of God’s promise. - Take action where you can. - Be encouraged in your faith.

Introduction: 1) God's Rest (v1-2). 2) Our Anxiety (v3-8). 3) Wise to the World (v9-12). 4) Jesus: The Rest-giver (Philippians 4:6-7). Conclusion:

Introduction: 1) The Glorious Appearing of the Lamb (v1-5). 2) The Proclamation of the Eternal Gospel (v6-13). 3) The Reaping of the Earth (v14-20). Conclusion: - Jesus is Lord. - God’s Judgement is real. - Don’t miss the last plane out of Kabul! - Look to the Lamb, and live.

Introduction: 1. The approach of prayer. 2. The object of prayer. 3. The subject of prayer. Conclusion: