"180: The Way of Jesus" [Sermon Series Folder]

Pt. 25- Abide in Christ

September 15, 2024 • Pastor Robert Cavin • John 15:1–17

Abiding in Christ leads to fruitful living, which encompasses forgiveness, grace, discipleship, and preparing for His return.

Pt. 24- Inconceivable Value

September 1, 2024 • Pastor Robert Cavin • Matthew 13:44–46

In Christ are inconceivable treasures of salvation, wisdom, joy, and eternal life. When you recognize this treasure, you should be willing to exchange everything you have to obtain it!

Pt. 23-Compassionate Christians

August 25, 2024 • Pastor Robert Cavin • Matthew 25:31–46

Christians must live today in light of Christ’s coming Kingdom. Live for Christ by showing compassion to “the least of these” serving them with the love of Jesus! Feeding the hungry, giving drink to the thirsty, welcoming the stranger, clothing the naked, caring for the sick, and visiting the prisoner...these acts of compassion address real needs. These acts of compassion serve Jesus!

Pt. 22-Well Done

August 18, 2024 • Pastor Robert Cavin • Matthew 25:14–30

The master (who represents Christ) entrusts his servants (Christians) with significant gifts and responsibilities for which they will be held to account when he returns!

Pt. 21-Get Ready

August 11, 2024 • Pastor Robert Cavin • Matthew 25:1–13

In this parable, we’ll examine a parable about Christ’s Return and Jesus’ call to be prepared.

Pt. 20-Rejoice, God is With You

July 28, 2024 • Pastor Robert Cavin • Mark 2:18–22

Jesus explains why you should rejoice and be thankful. He points to himself, and says, “Look. I’m here. Rejoice! Be thankful, God is with you!” That’s the point. Everything is different after Jesus’ resurrection AND ascension to heaven. Because of Jesus, you are changed. God is with you! Rejoice in his new work in you!

Pt. 19-God's Providence & Love in Parable of the Vineyard

July 21, 2024 • Pastor Robert Cavin • Mark 12:1–12

Biblical hope is not a wish! Biblical hope is a guaranteed promise of a coming salvation. Christ will return. God will judge justly. Put your hope in God’s cornerstone!

Pt. 18-What will you do with the Gospel

July 7, 2024 • Pastor Robert Cavin • Mark 4:1–20

Teaching a parable from a boat on the shoreline of the Sea of Galilee, Jesus asks us 3 questions: 1. Do you “hear” the word of the gospel? 2. Will you “accept” the word of the gospel? 3. Will you “follow” and let God produce fruit IN you and THROUGH you?

Pt. 17-Our Greatest Need

June 23, 2024 • Pastor Robert Cavin • Mark 2:1–12

Our greatest problem is that we’ve made other things more important than God. We’ve sinned against God by trying to have people and things bring us the fulfillment we can only find in God. Our greatest need is to be reconciled to God. We need to be forgiven and made whole…so that we can find purpose in following Jesus!

Pt. 16-Parable of Two Sons

June 16, 2024 • Pastor Robert Cavin • Luke 15:11–32

The Parable of the Two Sons” offers profound insights challenging us to rethink our understanding of sin, grace, and our relationship with God. By examining the lives of both the younger and elder sons, we gain a deeper appreciation of God’s boundless love and grace.

Pt. 15-The Good Samaritan

June 9, 2024 • Pastor Robert Cavin • Luke 10:25–37

In the story of the good Samaritan, Jesus answers two questions: 1. Who’s my neighbor? 2. What does it mean to love my neighbor? As we’ll see, our neighbors include those with whom we share ANIMOSITY, HOSTILITY, & DISTRUST. And loving our neighbor means demonstrating MERCY (compassion, contact, and care) to those neighbors!

Pt. 14-The Rich Young Ruler

May 26, 2024 • Pastor Robert Cavin • Mark 10:17–27

Jesus gives us a hard saying to drive home the point that prosperity and possessions easily become a deadly trap seducing us to rely on them instead of putting our hope in God.

Pt. 13-The Call to Humble Service

May 19, 2024 • Pastor Robert Cavin • John 13:3–7

Jesus calls his followers to humbly serve others like him. Doing so, Christians experience true joy and satisfaction that material possessions cannot provide and experience the abundant life that Jesus promises.

Pt. 12-A Mother's Worship and Trust in God's Word

May 12, 2024 • Pastor Robert Cavin • Luke 1:26–56, Luke 2:41–52

Mary the mother of Jesus models worship of God and trust in God’s Word as a mom.

Pt. 11-The Great Banquet

May 5, 2024 • Pastor Robert Cavin • Luke 14:12–24, Luke 14:1

This parable calls you to prioritize God’s gracious offer of salvation in Christ Jesus. This parable calls encourages Christians not only to accept the invitation but also to extend the invitation to those who have no idea who he is.

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