2020-2024 Systematic Theology for Daily Living
Message #104 - ECCLESIOLOGY - The Doctrine of the New Testament Church (Part 10)
April 14, 2024 • Pastor Mark Geer • Ephesians 6:10–20, Zechariah 4:6, 2 Corinthians 10, Matthew 16:18–19, 2 Corinthians 12:11–12
Today we pick up our Systematic Theology Series once again and continue our study of the topic of Ecclesiology ~ the study of the New Testament Church. Pastor Mark Geer continues our examination of the purpose of the church with a look at “It’s Power” promised by Jesus to engage in spiritual warfare, proclaim the good news message of the gospel, and to walk in the power of His Holy Spirit. Our desire for this broader study of Systematic Theology for Daily Living is to take a practical look at the study of God and various elements of biblical and spiritual truth which are designed to help us all understand God and draw us nearer to Him as our Creator and to Jesus Christ as our Savior.
Message #103 - ECCLESIOLOGY - The Doctrine of the New Testament Church (Part 9)
March 17, 2024 • Pastor Mark Geer • Matthew 25:31–46, Luke 6:35–36, Luke 10:25–37, Philippians 2:15–18, Jude 3
Our message today continues our Systematic Theology Series in a study of Ecclesiology ~ an examination of the Doctrine of the New Testament Church. We are once again addressing the matter of the purpose of the Church with a focus on its’ Mission and Ministry. Over the past few weeks we have looked at several purposes of the Church which included: Purpose #1 ~ To Worship Purpose #2 ~ To Nurture Purpose #3 ~ To Purify Itself Purpose #4 ~ To Evangelize And today we examine the final two purposes, including: Purpose #5 ~ Social Concerns & Responsibilities Purpose #6 ~ To Uphold A Moral Standard Our desire for this broader study of Systematic Theology for Daily Living is to take a practical look at the study of God and various elements of biblical and spiritual truth which are designed to help us all understand God and draw us nearer to Him as our Creator and to Jesus Christ as our Savior.
Message #102 - ECCLESIOLOGY - The Doctrine of the New Testament Church (Part 8)
March 10, 2024 • Pastor Mark Geer • Acts 5:14, Matthew 28:18–20, Acts 1:8, 1 Corinthians 6:3–9, Acts 2:47
Our message today continues our Systematic Theology Series in a study of Ecclesiology ~ an examination of the Doctrine of the New Testament Church. We are once again addressing the matter of the purpose of the Church with a focus on its’ Mission and Ministry. Last week we looked at 3 purposes of the Church which included: Purpose #1 ~ To Worship Purpose #2 ~ To Nurture Purpose #3 ~ To Purify Itself And today we will be examining purpose #4 which is about to evangelize the world by sharing the good new of Jesus' incarnational life, His death upon the cross as the sacrificial Lamb of God who died for teh sins of the world, and His miraculous resurrection, ascension and promise to come again! Pastor Mark challenges us to take seriously this Great Commission of Jesus and tells the story of Missionary John Allen Chau who went to the North Sentinel Island in the Andaman Island chain to share the story of Jesus with this unreached people group. Pastor Mark shares how John was a part of his former church and a closer personal friend of his own two children. He reads from John's incredible personal journal revealing his willingness to take the Good News where it has never been heard, even in the face of danger, hostility, and if necessary - death. John was reportedly killed on the North Sentinel Island on November 16, 2018 and his body never recovered. Our desire for this broader study of Systematic Theology for Daily Living is to take a practical look at the study of God and various elements of biblical and spiritual truth which are designed to help us all understand God and draw us nearer to Him as our Creator and to Jesus Christ as our Savior.
Message #101 - ECCLESIOLOGY - The Doctrine of the New Testament Church (Part 7)
February 25, 2024 • Pastor Mark Geer • Colossians 3:16, Ephesians 5:25–27, Ephesians 4:11–16, Colossians 1:27–29
Our message today continues our Systematic Theology Series in a study of Ecclesiology ~ an examination of the Doctrine of the New Testament Church. We are transitioning today to the matter of the purpose of the Church with a focus on its’ Mission and Ministry. Today we explore the first three purposes of the Church which include: Purpose #1 ~ To Worship Purpose #2 ~ To Nurture Purpose #3 ~ To Purify Itself Our desire for this broader study of Systematic Theology for Daily Living is to take a practical look at the study of God and various elements of biblical and spiritual truth which are designed to help us all understand God and draw us nearer to Him as our Creator and to Jesus Christ as our Savior.
Message #100 - ECCLESIOLOGY - The Doctrine of the New Testament Church (Part 6)
February 18, 2024 • Pastor Mark Geer • Romans 12:1–8, 1 Corinthians 3:16–17, 1 Corinthians 12:1–27, Ephesians 4:15–16, 1 Peter 2:4–7
Our message today continues our Systematic Theology Series with a study of Ecclesiology ~ the study of the Doctrine of the New Testament Church. As we continue to examine the nature of the Church and it’s character we explore more Biblical metaphors that the Bible uses to describe the Church. They creatively reveal to us more about God’s intricate plan and desire for each member’s participation in the Body of Christ. The Metaphors Examined in Today’s Message Include: 1) The Family of God (review from last week) 2) The Body of Christ (Unity & Diversity / Function) 3) The Temple of God (Living Stones Filled by the Holy Spirit) 4) A Plethora of Others (Branches, A Field, A Flock, to name a few) Our desire for this broader study of Systematic Theology for Daily Living is to take a practical look at the study of God and various elements of biblical and spiritual truth which are designed to help us all understand God and draw us nearer to Him as our Creator and to Jesus Christ as our Savior.
Message #99 - ECCLESIOLOGY - The Doctrine of the New Testament Church (Part 5)
February 11, 2024 • Pastor Mark Geer • Luke 17:20–21, Ephesians 2:11–18, Ephesians 3:14, Ephesians 5:22–33, Romans 11
Our message today continues our Systematic Theology Series with a study of Ecclesiology ~ the study of the Doctrine of the New Testament Church. As we continue to examine the nature of the Church and it’s character we answer in today’s message a few additional important questions: 1) Is the Church the same as the nation of Israel? Has it replaced Israel? Is it the “New Israel”? 2) Is the Church the same as the Kingdom of God? Or is it a part of the Kingdom of God? And by the way, “What is the Kingdom of God?” 3) What types of metaphors does the Bible use to describe the Church and why is it important for us to know about these examples? Hopefully you will find satisfactory answers to these questions in today’s message and discover that the Church is a unique and special creation of God that you can be a part of through accepting Jesus as Our desire for this broader study of Systematic Theology for Daily Living is to take a practical look at the study of God and various elements of biblical and spiritual truth which are designed to help us all understand God and draw us nearer to Him as our Creator and to Jesus Christ as our Savior.
Message #98 - ECCLESIOLOGY - The Doctrine of the New Testament Church (Part 4)
February 4, 2024 • Pastor Mark Geer • 1 Peter 2:9–10, Ephesians 2:11–18, 1 Corinthians 12:12–31, Romans 11:16, Romans 11:24
Our message today continues our Systematic Theology Series with a study of Ecclesiology ~ the study of the Doctrine of the New Testament Church. As we continue to examine the nature of the Church and it’s character we answer in today’s message a few important questions: 1) What is the Church? 2) And what sort of things do not describe the Church? Pastor Mark was going to also address a few additional questions regarding the Church & Israel asd well as the Church and the Kingdom of God, but chose in today's message to postpone those until next week. So please check out next Sunday's message as well to get the answers to the following questions: 1) Is the Church the same as the nation of Israel? Has it replaced Israel? Is it the “New Israel”? 2) Is the Church the same as the Kingdom of God? Or is it a part of the Kingdom of God? And by the way, “What is the Kingdom of God?” Hopefully you will find satisfactory answers to these questions in today’s message and discover that the Church is a unique and special creation of God that you can be a part of through accepting Jesus as your personal Savior and Lord. Our desire for this broader study of Systematic Theology for Daily Living is to take a practical look at the study of God and various elements of biblical and spiritual truth which are designed to help us all understand God and draw us nearer to Him as our Creator and to Jesus Christ as our Savior. Our message today continues our Systematic Theology Series with a study of Ecclesiology ~ the study of the Doctrine of the New Testament Church.
Message #97 - ECCLESIOLOGY - The Doctrine of the New Testament Church (Part 3)
January 28, 2024 • Pastor Mark Geer • Acts 11:26, 2 Timothy 2:19, Galatians 3:26–29, 1 Corinthians 1:2, 1 Corinthians 12:13
Our message today continues our Systematic Theology Series with a study of Ecclesiology ~ the study of the Doctrine of the New Testament Church. Today we transition from the topic of The Establishment of the Church to The Nature of the Church as we begin to examine it’s character. What is the Church like? How is it identified? Who is a part of its makeup? In this message we give a definition of the Church, discuss some Biblical terms used to describe the members of the Church, and then focus on how the Church is Universal, Yet Local; Invisible, Yet Visible. Our desire for this broader study of Systematic Theology for Daily Living is to take a practical look at the study of God and various elements of biblical and spiritual truth which are designed to help us all understand God and draw us nearer to Him as our Creator and to Jesus Christ as our Savior.
Message #96 - ECCLESIOLOGY - The Doctrine of the New Testament Church (Part 2)
January 21, 2024 • Pastor Mark Geer • 1 Corinthians 3:5–14, Matthew 16:13–20, 1 Peter 2:4–10
Our message today continues our Systematic Theology Series with a study of Ecclesiology ~ the study of the Doctrine of the New Testament Church. Pastor Mark Geer first introduced the topic last week and today deepens our exploration of the foundation and historical development of the Church. Jesus said, “I will build My church, and the gates of Hades will not prevail against it” (Matthew 16:18). And the Apostle Paul wrote that, “no other foundation can anyone lay than that which is laid, which is Jesus Christ” (1 Corinthians 3:11). In this message we examine carefully what the substance of that foundation is and also look at the historical development of the Church that was built upon that solid foundation. Our desire for this broader study of Systematic Theology for Daily Living is to take a practical look at the study of God and various elements of biblical and spiritual truth which are designed to help us all understand God and draw us nearer to Him as our Creator and to Jesus Christ as our Savior.
Message #95 - ECCLESIOLOGY - The Doctrine of the New Testament Church (Part 1)
January 14, 2024 • Pastor Mark Geer • Matthew 16:18
Today we pick up our Systematic Theology Series once again as we begin a new study of Ecclesiology ~ the study of the Doctrine of the New Testament Church. Pastor Mark Geer introduces the topic today with an exploration of the importance of teaching on this doctrine of the Establishment of the New Testament Church and the historical development of the concept of the Church both prophetically and historically. We explore God’s work and redemptive plan that began in the Old Testament and culminated in the New Testament. Pastor Mark also discussed the origin or birthday of the church on the Day of Pentecost and the value of understanding the meaning of the word “Church” (ekklesia) and how we can more fully appreciate, identify with, and find our place in the Body of Christ. Our desire for this broader study of Systematic Theology for Daily Living is to take a practical look at the study of God and various elements of biblical and spiritual truth which are designed to help us all understand God and draw us nearer to Him as our Creator and to Jesus Christ as our Savior.
Message #94 - PNEUMATOLOGY - The Person & Work of the Holy Spirit (Part 23)
November 26, 2023 • Pastor Mark Geer • Galatians 5:16–26
Today we continue our Systematic Theology Series and the study of Pneumatology ~ which is the study of the Holy Spirit of God. Pastor Mark Geer brings to a close a three-part message on the Fruit of the Holy Spirit. One of the most powerful pieces of evidence of the indwelling Spirit of God in the lives of believers is the character of Christ being formed in us, including love, joy, peace, longsuffering, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control. Previously, we introduce the Fruit of the Spirit and contrast it to the works of the flesh listed in Galatians 5:16-26, before examining the first element of the Fruit of the Spirit which is the productivity of love. And last week we examined the next four elements of the Fruit of the Spirit, including Joy, Peace, Longsuffering and Kindness. Now today, in our final message, we examine the last four elements of the Fruit of the Spirit, which include Goodness, Faithfulness, Gentleness and Self-Control. These elements are a product of the character of Christ manifested in our lives by the indwelling Holy Spirit. They produce of rich life of wholesome quality and noble character impacting our daily lives, marriage, family and relationships, as well as producing inner tranquility and abundant joy. Our desire for this broader study of Systematic Theology for Daily Living is to take a practical look at the study of God and various elements of biblical and spiritual truth which are designed to help us all understand God and draw us nearer to Him as our Creator and to Jesus Christ as our Savior.
Message #93 - PNEUMATOLOGY - The Person & Work of the Holy Spirit (Part 22)
November 19, 2023 • Pastor Mark Geer • Galatians 5:16–26
Today we continue our Systematic Theology Series and the study of Pneumatology ~ which is the study of the Holy Spirit of God. Pastor Mark Geer continues a three-part message on the Fruit of the Holy Spirit. One of the most powerful pieces of evidence of the indwelling Spirit of God in the lives of believers is the character of Christ being formed in us, including love, joy, peace, longsuffering, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control. Previously, we introduce the Fruit of the Spirit and contrast it to the works of the flesh listed in Galatians 5:16-26, before examining the first element of the Fruit of the Spirit which is the productivity of love. Today, we examine another four elements of the Fruit of the Spirit, including Joy, Peace, Longsuffering and Kindness. These elements are a product of the character of Christ manifested in our lives by the indwelling Holy Spirit. They produce of rich life of wholesome quality and noble character impacting our daily lives, marriage, family and relationships, as well as producing inner tranquility and abundant joy. Our desire for this broader study of Systematic Theology for Daily Living is to take a practical look at the study of God and various elements of biblical and spiritual truth which are designed to help us all understand God and draw us nearer to Him as our Creator and to Jesus Christ as our Savior.
Message #92 - PNEUMATOLOGY - The Person & Work of the Holy Spirit (Part 21)
November 5, 2023 • Pastor Mark Geer • Galatians 5:16–26, 1 Corinthians 13
Today we continue our Systematic Theology Series and the study of Pneumatology ~ which is the study of the Holy Spirit of God. Pastor Mark Geer begins a three-part message on the Fruit of the Holy Spirit. One of the most powerful pieces of evidence of the indwelling Spirit of God in the lives of believers is the character of Christ being formed in us, including love, joy, peace, longsuffering, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control. Today we introduce the Fruit of the Spirit and contrast it to the works of the flesh listed in Galatians 5:16-26, before examining the first element of the Fruit of the Spirit which his the productivity of love. Our desire for this broader study of Systematic Theology for Daily Living is to take a practical look at the study of God and various elements of biblical and spiritual truth which are designed to help us all understand God and draw us nearer to Him as our Creator and to Jesus Christ as our Savior.
Message #91 - PNEUMATOLOGY - The Person & Work of the Holy Spirit (Part 20)
October 29, 2023 • Pastor Mark Geer • 1 Corinthians 12:1–11, 1 Corinthians 13:1–3, 1 Corinthians 14, 1 Thessalonians 5:19–21, 1 John 4:1–3
Today we continue our Systematic Theology Series and the study of Pneumatology ~ which is the study of the Holy Spirit of God. Pastor Mark Geer continues our detailed study of the Gifts of the Holy Spirit and how these manifestations of God’s Spirit, wisdom and power are intended to empower us in our daily lives, anoint us for church ministry, and emboldened us for service to others in our community. Today we examine the important steps of testing and receiving the gifts of the Spirit. While the Spirit sovereignly chooses whom He will work through and which gifts He will distribute to individual believers, the incarnational nature of these gifts in most cases necessarily involves the engagement of man. At times there can be excess, vain pride, human error, and even selfish motivation. Consequently, God saw fit to inspire Paul to write down various guidelines, disciplines, advice and commands regarding the exercise of the gifts in personal prayer and corporate worship settings. In today’s message we look at the importance of testing the exercise of the gifts of the Spirit and also several important steps one can take to align themselves spiritually to receive these gifts of the Spirit being manifested in their life. Our desire for this broader study of Systematic Theology for Daily Living is to take a practical look at the study of God and various elements of biblical and spiritual truth which are designed to help us all understand God and draw us nearer to Him as our Creator and to Jesus Christ as our Savior.
Message #90 - PNEUMATOLOGY - The Person & Work of the Holy Spirit (Part 19)
October 22, 2023 • Pastor Mark Geer • 1 Corinthians 12:1–11, 1 Corinthians 13:1–3, 1 Corinthians 14
Today we continue our Systematic Theology Series and the study of Pneumatology ~ which is the study of the Holy Spirit of God. Pastor Mark Geer continues our detailed study of the Gifts of the Holy Spirit and how these manifestations of God’s Spirit, wisdom and power are intended to empower us in our daily lives, anoint us for church ministry, and emboldened us for service to others in our community. Today we examine the important steps of following Biblical guidelines related to the exercise of the gifts of the Spirit and the responsibility of regulating the gifts of the Spirit in the corporate gathering. While the Spirit sovereignly chooses whom He will work through and which gifts He will distribute to individual believers, the incarnational nature of these gifts in most cases necessarily involves the engagement of man. At times there can be excess, vain pride, human error, and even selfish motivation. Consequently, God saw fit to inspire Paul to write down various guidelines, disciplines, advice and commands regarding the exercise of the gifts in personal prayer and corporate worship settings. We look at these in today’s message. Our desire for this broader study of Systematic Theology for Daily Living is to take a practical look at the study of God and various elements of biblical and spiritual truth which are designed to help us all understand God and draw us nearer to Him as our Creator and to Jesus Christ as our Savior.