Anniversary Sunday September 29, 2024 TEXT: Ephesians 2:19-22 Introduction: Matthew 16:13-20 I. The evidence of God working in a church (Matthew 16:18) A. Spiritual decisions being made B. Spiritual growth being manifested C. Spiritual victories being ministered D. Spiritual legacies being maintained II. The process of the Lord building His church (Ephesians 2:19-22) A. The…
Sept. 25, 2024 TEXT: Matthew 17:14-23 Introduction: vv. 1-13; Mark 9 >Mark 2:19-20 “…and then shall they fast in those days.” >Jesus is away on a special assignment with Peter, James, & John >Jesus is displaying His glory to these three disciples who would be key after His departure as stated in Galatians 2:9 >God…
September 22, 2024 Series #2 Our Philosophy of Ministry I Peter 1:13-25 PREAMBLE We the membership of Summerville Baptist Church rest our faith for salvation in the Lord Jesus Christ. We believe that the Grace of God with the guidance of the Holy Spirit has allowed us to write this Constitution. We band together within…
Sept. 22, 2024 TEXT: II Tim. 2:14-26 I. The preaching of God’s Word helps us build a godly life (vv. 14, 1-13) A. Remind believers of these things B. Charge believers of these things C. Benefit believers of these things II. The studying of God’s Word helps us build a godly life (vv. 15-18) A.…
Sept. 18, 2024 TEXT: Matthew 9:14-17 Introduction: vs. 14 A reasonable and respectful question? It is worded as an inquiry not a challenge The intent was for understanding not to trap The issue is a normal spiritual discipline by many at the time and before I. Fasting is mourning of the soul over the flesh…
September 8, 2024 TEXT: I Peter 5:1-11 PREAMBLE We the membership of Summerville Baptist Church rest our faith for salvation in the Lord Jesus Christ. We believe that the Grace of God with the guidance of the Holy Spirit has allowed us to write this Constitution. We band together within the tenets of Baptist distinctives…
Sept. 8, 2024 TEXT: James 5:13-20 Introduction: vss. 13-14 We need to pray effectively for our own afflictions We need to pray effectively for our thankfulness and praise to the Lord We need to pray effectively for our loved one’s sicknesses I. Praying in faith is effective praying (vv. 13-15a) A. Faith in the Lord…
Sept. 4, 2024 TEXT: Isaiah 58 I. The warning about sinning in not fasting obediently (v. 1) A. Stand up against it B. Speak out against it C. Show people the sinfulness of it II. The motions of obedience without the heart of obedience (vv. 2-4) A. Seeking the Lord daily, but not finding Him…
Sept. 1, 2024 TEXT: Galatians 6:1-10 I. Growing Spiritually so we can help those overtaken by sin (v. 1) A. Becoming a child of God is the first step B. Being meek about ourselves toward others in a critical step C. Being aware of our own frailties is necessary in helping others II. Growing Spiritually…
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 28, 2024 TEXT: JEREMIAH 36:1-10 I. Fasting & Praying is often __________________ to God’s Word (vv. 1-6) A. God’s Word often brings ____________________ of sinfulness and the need of ____________________ 1. Fasting and praying is often caused by a need for repentance due to conviction 2. Fasting and praying often includes repentance of…