Category Archives: Folders
June 9: “Are You the Coming One?” (Matthew 11:1-6)
We have heard of the Doubting Thomas, but not Doubting John (the Baptist). But John was doubting whether Jesus was the Messiah or not. Jesus does not shame John, but Jesus points John to the Scriptures and encourages him to believe. We are all prone to doubt. When we are doubting, we need to look […]
Continue readingJune 2: “Jesus Calls Sinners to Follow” (Matthew 9:9-13)
The good news is that Jesus came to save sinners. The greatest miracle for Matthew is that Jesus called him and changed him to be a disciple of Jesus. And Matthew was the despised tax collector. If God can change and use someone like Matthew, God can change you and use you for his kingdom.
Continue readingMay 26: “Tough Forgiveness” (Psalm 103, Matthew 6:6-15)
How are Jesus’ words in Matthew 6:14 and 15 applicable to/in our lives? Are we to forgive those who have abused, missed, embarrassed, lied about us… when they show no remorse for their actions? Just what would Jesus do?
Continue readingMay 19: “The Mission of CCSV” (Titus 2:11-12)
We have our mission statement on our bulletin. It tries to capture four aspects of being a church. First, gospel-centered worship. Second, gospel-driven growth. Third, gospel-centered mission. Fourth, intergenerational community. We want to be shaped by the gospel and live out the gospel. How can you contribute to the mission of the church?
Continue readingMay 12: “The King With Authority to Forgive Sins” (Matthew 9:1-8)
Imagine yourself to be the paralyzed person in the story. Which one would be more important to you? To be healed of your paralysis or to be forgiven of your sins? Jesus’ priority was forgiveness. The whole point of healing was to have people put their faith in Jesus so that people can be forgiven […]
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