Grace Demands Righteous Living

Key Verse: Romans 6:4

Therefore we are buried with him by baptism into death: that like as Christ was raised up from the dead by the glory of the Father, even so we also should walk in newness of life.


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Central Truth

God’s grace demands and enables righteous living.
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Focus

To reflect on the sanctifying effect of God’s grace and live righteously in Christ.

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Study Text

Romans 5:12 –

Romans 6:4

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Grace Demands Righteous Living


Saved by Grace

Key Verse: 1 Timothy 1:15

Here is a trustworthy saying that deserves full acceptance: Christ Jesus came into the world to save sinners — of whom I am the worst.


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Central Truth

Through faith in Jesus Christ, we are saved by God’s grace.
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Focus

To contrast the results of law and grace, and accept life — spiritual and eternal — by grace.

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Study Text

Romans 3:19-31

Romans 7:7-11

Galations 2:20-21

1 Timothy 1:12-16

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Saved by Grace


Why Do We Need Grace?

Key Verse: Ephesians 2:4-5

Because of his great love for us, God, who is rich in mercy, made us alive with Christ even when we were dead in transgressions — it is by grace you have been saved.


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Central Truth

God’s grace makes salvation possible.
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Focus

To explore why God made grace available by Christ and receive God’s grace by faith.

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Study Text

John 1:14-17

Romans 5:1-2

Galatians 5:1-11

Ephesians 1:3-10 ; 2:4-9

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Why Do We Need Grace?


Stories about Responding to Christ

Key Verse: Revelation 3:20

Behold, I [Jesus] stand at the door, and knock: If any man hear my voice, and open the door, I will come in to him, and will sup with him, and he with me.


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Central Truth

Responding to Christ with faith and obedience brings salvation.
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Focus

To acknowledge the call of Christ and respond with obedience to Him.

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Study Text

Matthew 20:1-16

Luke 14:15-24

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Stories about Responding to Christ


Stories about Stewardship

 

Key Verse: 1 Corinthians 4:2

It is required that those who have been given a trust must prove faithful.


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Central Truth

We ought to use responsibly all that God has given us.
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Focus

To assess our stewardship responsibilities to God and be faithful to Him.

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Study Text

Luke 12:16- 21

Luke 16:1-13

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Stories about Stewardship


Stories about Prayer

Key Verse: 1 John 5:14-15

This is the confidence we have in approaching God; that if we ask anything according to his will, he hears us. And if we know that he hears us whatever we ask we know that we have what we asked of him.


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Central Truth

Prayer is foundational to every aspect of Christian living.
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Focus

To examine and practice principles Jesus taught for effective prayer.

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Study Text

Luke 11:5-13

Luke 18:1-14

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Stories about Prayer


Pastor Appreciation 2014

Pastor AppreciationHD

Key Verse: Proverbs 3:5-6

Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight.


Pastor Tim Nieto brings a sermon instructing the church to understand the calling of and appreciate the work of a Pastor.


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Pastor Appreciation 2014


Philip the Evangelist

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Key Verse: Acts 8:6

When the crowds heard Philip and saw the signs he performed, they all paid close attention to what he said.


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Central Truth

Proclaiming the gospel is the primary mission of the church.
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Focus

To study Philip’s ministry and be witnesses of Christ.

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Study Text

Acts 6:1-7

Acts 8:4-40

Acts 21:8-9

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Philip the Evangelist


John the Baptist

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Key Verse: Luke 7:27

This is the one about whom it is written: “I will send my messenger ahead of you, who will prepare your way before you”.


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Central Truth

Believers in Christ should faithfully follow God’s will.
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Focus

To survey and follow John the Baptist’s example of faithfulness to God.

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Study Text

Matthew 3:1-12; 14:1-12

Luke 1:5-80; 7:28

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John the Baptist