A Light to My Path: An Introduction

RHCCC | April 28th, 2019

April 28, 2019 • Rev. Reuben Foncardas • Luke 24:13–53

Pastor Reuben Foncardas

Luke 24:13-53

When we truly receive the Word of God and meet the God of the Word, three things happen.

1. Hearts Burning

a) with a renewed faith

b) with a renewed hope

c) with a renewed love

2. Minds Yearning

a) for enlightenment

b) for fellowship

c) for change

3. Mouths Declaring

a) that Jesus is alive

b) that Jesus is Saviour

c) that Jesus is Lord

“The key to understanding the Bible is to see Jesus Christ on every page.”

Warren Wiersbe

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Sermon Study Guide

Luke 24:13-35

Jesus appears to two men, one named Cleopas and the other unnamed, after his resurrection.

1. What were the two men concerned about? What might have blinded them? (v. 13-24)

2. How did Jesus respond to them? What blinds us from seeing the truth in our lives? (v.25-27)

3. Sometimes God blinds us from seeing things yet He reveals Himself to us according to His ways and timing. How has God revealed Himself to you recently? What lessons is He teaching you? (v.28-32)

4. The two men returned to Jerusalem and proclaimed to the 11 disciples Jesus is risen (v33- 35). Have you proclaimed who Jesus is in your life? What stops you from sharing the gospel to others?

A Light to My Path: A Renewed Passion

May 26, 2019 • Rev. Reuben Foncardas • Joshua 1:6–9

A Light to My Path: A Renewed Passion Pastor Reuben Foncardas Joshua 1:6-9 We become devoted to God and His Word when we passionately live our lives to complete the mission God has called us to fulfill. As God commanded Joshua, He commands us to be strong and courageous because of three realities. 1. God made a ____________. “Be strong and courageous, for you will distribute the land I swore to their fathers to give them as an inheritance.” (v. 7; cf. I Peter 1:3-4) 2. God gave us ____________. “Above all, be strong and very courageous to observe carefully the whole instruction my servant Moses commanded you. Do not turn from it to the right or to the left, so that you will have success wherever you go.” (v. 7; cf. Hebrews 4:12) God’s power that guarantees success comes through His Word and is conditioned on three things (v. 8): • That we ____________ about it. • That we ____________ about it. • That we ____________ by it. 3. God assured us of His ____________. “Haven’t I commanded you: be strong and courageous? Do not be afraid or discouraged, for the Lord your God is with you wherever you go.” (v. 9; cf. Matthew 28:18-20)

A Light to My Path: Cultivate a Taste

May 19, 2019 • Rev. Ho-Ming Tsui • Psalm 19:7–11

A Light to My Path: Cultivate a Taste Rev. Ho-Ming Tsui Psalm 19:7-11 Background of Psalm 19 General Revelation (v. 1-6) vs. Special Revelation (v. 7-11) 1. The Origin of the Word See 2 Tim. 3:16; 2 Peter 1:20–21 2. The Effects of the Word a) Vitality for the Soul (v. 7) b) Wisdom for the Mind (v. 7-8) c) Joy For the Heart (v. 8-10) Conclusion Shift #1: From Duty to Delight See 1 Peter 2:2; Matthew 4:4; 1 Cor. 3:2; Hebrews 5:14 Shift #2: From Knowing to Keeping (v. 11) ——— Sermon Study Guide 1. Psalm 19:7-11God’s Word is trustworthy and refreshes our souls (v. 7). Was there a specific time where you trusted God’s Word in the past? If so, how did it impact you? 2. The Word of God is holy and allows us to gain insights and experience joy in God (v.8). What gives you the most joy in life? 3. Revering God means to live a righteous life and obey His commands (v.9). In what area of your life have you disobeyed God? What will you do to repair your relationship with God? 4. God’s Word is more precious than any earthly treasure we will ever have (v. 10-11). How are you treasuring God’s Word in your heart? How are you digging deeper in His Word daily?

A Light to My Path: A Deliberate Effort

May 12, 2019 • Rev. Shu-Ling Lee • Deuteronomy 6:4–9

A Light to My Path: A Deliberate Effort Rev. Shu-Ling Lee Deut. 6:4-9 Introduction Unless godliness is a deliberate effort, the fruits will not be lasting and true. Discipline is something you must work on. It is not a natural gift or tendency. It must be nurtured. We need to cultivate a steady personal discipline in the Word. Edmund Chan 1. We discipline ourselves in the word not to ____________ , but to enter a life of ____________. (1 Tim 4:6-8) 2. We discipline ourselves in the word ____________ , training to follow the ____________. (Deut 6:4-5, Luke 10:27) 3. We discipline ourselves in the word to ____________ into the way of the Word. (Deut 6:6-9) Conclusion – Practical Steps ——— Sermon Study Guide 1. What occupies your heart, soul and mind? (v.4-5) 2. In verses 7-9, God gives practical steps on how to keep His command in our hearts. What does that look like in your life? (v.7-9) 3. Children are always watching every word you say and every action you take. If you’re a parent, even more so. What will your family do to prioritize God and make him the centre of your family? (v.7) 4. Bible memorization is one of the best ways to remember God’s Word. Choose a Bible verse (or more than one) that you will memorize. Share it with a brother or sister in Christ this week. (v.8-9)