Human predictions of the future rarely come true. Jesus was the greatest prediction in the Bible, fulfilling more than 400 Old Testament prophecies. This prophecy in Isaiah looks at how Jesus SAVEs believers.
I. Substitute: Jesus took our place on the cross, showing us mercy instead of perfect justice.
II. Absolve: Because of Jesus we no longer face a guilty verdict, we are righteous before God.
III. Voluntary: Jesus’ actions on the cross were of his own volition. God wants us to choose him but never forces us to.
IV. Extraordinary: Jesus did not come from a wealthy, prominent family. God uses ordinary people to do unbelievable things.
(Verses cited: Genesis 8:22; 1 John 4:1; John 13:6-7; 2 Corinthians 5:21; Deuteronomy 20:16-18; Romans 15:4; Luke 23:41; 2 Peter 3:15; Psalm 25:11; Isaiah 1:18; Psalm 103:12; Mark 15:31-32; Matthew 6:7; Ephesians 1:4; 1 Corinthians 1:27; Ecclesiastes 3:11)
Visions of Things to Come
Isaiah 53:1-12
January 14, 2018 • Collin Monger
The End of One Journey Means the Beginning of Another
April 1, 2018 • Collin Monger
There are milestones in life which constitute a pivotal change in a person. Coming to faith in Jesus causes the believer to be changed because… • Truth is revealed: The Hebrew law was confusing, it was ambiguous and resulted in doubt and uncertainty. Christ died to remove doubt and replace it with faith. • Prisoners are released: Religion cannot save a person, man is not saved by works but by faith. Jesus frees people from bondage and directs them into a relationship with God. • Believers are received: Because of Jesus we can have fellowship with God. He wants to receive all of us, making us heirs to eternity with Him.
Riding in Style
March 25, 2018 • Collin Monger
The mode of transportation for a person speaks volumes about who that person is. Jesus chose to ride a humble donkey. I. The donkey carried Jesus; Jesus carried the weight of the world: Jesus bore the responsibility for repairing a relationship which was broken since the fall of creation. II. Sincere religion is not the same as a saving relationship: People often want cheap religion, not a changed life, just enough to make them feel good. III. Life may be chaotic, God is always in control: Our God can see what’s coming. Faith requires a relationship but God has done the heavy lifting. (Verses Cited: Revelation 6:2, 6:4; Psalm 50:10-12; Philippians 4:19; 1 Kings 3:13; John 1:29; Matthew 5:9; Revelation 19:11-13; Matthew 27:45; Genesis 1:1; Matthew 27:46; John 18:36; 1 Chronicles 28:2-3; Luke 19:41-42; 1 Timothy 1; 2 Timothy 1:7)
Time Is Precious, Spend It Well
March 18, 2018 • Collin Monger
Money is valuable however, time is infinitely more precious. The best way we can invest our time is with God. • Time with God should be cherished: Life is short, we do not know what tomorrow will bring. Spend your time in the service of God. • Time with God should be valued: Your time with God is worth more than anything. Is there evidence that you value God by how you spend your time? • Time with God should be protected: The world will try to draw you away from God even with legitimate excuses. Do not feel guilty about guarding your time with God. • Time with God should be enjoyed: Do not be a robot to life. Enjoy the time God has given you! (Verses Cited: James 4:14; Psalm 144:4; Psalm 84:10; Luke 10:40-41; John 9:4; 2 Corinthians 9:7; Matthew 6:33; 1 Samuel 1:19; Luke 5:16; John 6:15; Luke 9:18; Mark 2:27)