Teachings
Romans
People of Faith: St. Augustine
May 23, 2010 Speaker / Series: Mark Rohlfing // People of Faith
A brief overview of the life of St. Augustine and a few things we can learn by following his example.
Reference text: Romans 13:13
Reference text: Romans 13:13
Under Pressure: The End of All Things Is Near
Mar 28, 2010 Speaker / Series: Carl Frost // Under Pressure
Peter encourages the Christians in Asia Minor as they have spent more than enough time following their earthly desires and that now is the time to live for the will of God. Peter challenges his audience with the brevity of life as well as the impending judgment of God on the living and the dead. Next, Peter proclaims that the end of all things is near, and in light of that certain Christian ethics are to follow.
Reference text: I Peter 4:1-11
[1] Therefore, since Christ suffered in his body, arm yourselves also with the same attitude, because he who has suffered in his body is done with sin. [2] As a result, he does not live the rest of his earthly life for evil human desires, but rather for the will of God. [3] For you have spent enough time in the past doing what pagans choose to do–living in debauchery, lust, drunkenness, orgies, carousing and detestable idolatry. [4] They think it strange that you do not plunge with them into the same flood of dissipation, and they heap abuse on you. [5] But they will have to give account to him who is ready to judge the living and the dead. [6] For this is the reason the gospel was preached even to those who are now dead, so that they might be judged according to men in regard to the body, but live according to God in regard to the spirit.
[7] The end of all things is near. Therefore be clear minded and self-controlled so that you can pray. [8] Above all, love each other deeply, because love covers over a multitude of sins. [9] Offer hospitality to one another without grumbling. [10] Each one should use whatever gift he has received to serve others, faithfully administering God’s grace in its various forms. [11] If anyone speaks, he should do it as one speaking the very words of God. If anyone serves, he should do it with the strength God provides, so that in all things God may be praised through Jesus Christ. To him be the glory and the power for ever and ever. Amen.
Questions of the week:
Additional references: I Corinthians 3:13, 4:5; Romans 3:11; James 5:8-9; I John 2:18; Revelation 22:16-21
Reference text: I Peter 4:1-11
[1] Therefore, since Christ suffered in his body, arm yourselves also with the same attitude, because he who has suffered in his body is done with sin. [2] As a result, he does not live the rest of his earthly life for evil human desires, but rather for the will of God. [3] For you have spent enough time in the past doing what pagans choose to do–living in debauchery, lust, drunkenness, orgies, carousing and detestable idolatry. [4] They think it strange that you do not plunge with them into the same flood of dissipation, and they heap abuse on you. [5] But they will have to give account to him who is ready to judge the living and the dead. [6] For this is the reason the gospel was preached even to those who are now dead, so that they might be judged according to men in regard to the body, but live according to God in regard to the spirit.
[7] The end of all things is near. Therefore be clear minded and self-controlled so that you can pray. [8] Above all, love each other deeply, because love covers over a multitude of sins. [9] Offer hospitality to one another without grumbling. [10] Each one should use whatever gift he has received to serve others, faithfully administering God’s grace in its various forms. [11] If anyone speaks, he should do it as one speaking the very words of God. If anyone serves, he should do it with the strength God provides, so that in all things God may be praised through Jesus Christ. To him be the glory and the power for ever and ever. Amen.
Questions of the week:
- How would your life look differently if you knew that Jesus was returning by Easter?
- What are some things you would do differently?
Additional references: I Corinthians 3:13, 4:5; Romans 3:11; James 5:8-9; I John 2:18; Revelation 22:16-21
Under Pressure: Where's Your Allegiance
Feb 28, 2010 Speaker / Series: Neil Kring // Under Pressure
Trying to break down the ways that our Christianity is more influenced by American values than it is by the Kingdom, in this specific section that discusses authority and slavery.
Reference text: I Peter 2:13 - 25
[13] Submit yourselves for the Lord’s sake to every authority instituted among men: whether to the king, as the supreme authority, [14] or to governors, who are sent by him to punish those who do wrong and to commend those who do right. [15] For it is God’s will that by doing good you should silence the ignorant talk of foolish men. [16] Live as free men, but do not use your freedom as a cover-up for evil; live as servants of God. [17] Show proper respect to everyone: Love the brotherhood of believers, fear God, honor the king.
[18] Slaves, submit yourselves to your masters with all respect, not only to those who are good and considerate, but also to those who are harsh. [19] For it is commendable if a man bears up under the pain of unjust suffering because he is conscious of God. [20] But how is it to your credit if you receive a beating for doing wrong and endure it? But if you suffer for doing good and you endure it, this is commendable before God. [21] To this you were called, because Christ suffered for you, leaving you an example, that you should follow in his steps.
[22] “He committed no sin,
and no deceit was found in his mouth.”
[23] When they hurled their insults at him, he did not retaliate; when he suffered, he made no threats. Instead, he entrusted himself to him who judges justly. [24] He himself bore our sins in his body on the tree, so that we might die to sins and live for righteousness; by his wounds you have been healed. [25] For you were like sheep going astray, but now you have returned to the Shepherd and Overseer of your souls.
Questions of the week:
Additional references: Romans 13:1-7
Reference text: I Peter 2:13 - 25
[13] Submit yourselves for the Lord’s sake to every authority instituted among men: whether to the king, as the supreme authority, [14] or to governors, who are sent by him to punish those who do wrong and to commend those who do right. [15] For it is God’s will that by doing good you should silence the ignorant talk of foolish men. [16] Live as free men, but do not use your freedom as a cover-up for evil; live as servants of God. [17] Show proper respect to everyone: Love the brotherhood of believers, fear God, honor the king.
[18] Slaves, submit yourselves to your masters with all respect, not only to those who are good and considerate, but also to those who are harsh. [19] For it is commendable if a man bears up under the pain of unjust suffering because he is conscious of God. [20] But how is it to your credit if you receive a beating for doing wrong and endure it? But if you suffer for doing good and you endure it, this is commendable before God. [21] To this you were called, because Christ suffered for you, leaving you an example, that you should follow in his steps.
[22] “He committed no sin,
and no deceit was found in his mouth.”
[23] When they hurled their insults at him, he did not retaliate; when he suffered, he made no threats. Instead, he entrusted himself to him who judges justly. [24] He himself bore our sins in his body on the tree, so that we might die to sins and live for righteousness; by his wounds you have been healed. [25] For you were like sheep going astray, but now you have returned to the Shepherd and Overseer of your souls.
Questions of the week:
- Do you think of yourself as an alien and stranger here in America? Why or why not?
- In what ways are you too attached to your identity as an American?
Additional references: Romans 13:1-7
Revo Essentials: Holy Spirit
Oct 11, 2009 Speaker / Series: Neil Kring // Revo Essentials
Understanding the third person of the Trinity, and learning how to allow Him to have greater control of our lives.
Reference texts:
His work Glorifies Christ - John 16:14
Convicts - John 16:8-11
Illuminates, Teaches - John 16:12-15
Provides power to witness - Acts 1:8
Will give eternal life - Romans 8:11
Leads and Guides - Romans 8:14
Assures - Romans 8:16
Prays for us - Romans 8:26
Gives spiritual gifts - 1 Corinthians 12:7, 11
Produces fruit - Galatians 5:22-23
Directs - Acts 20:22
Warns - Acts 20:23
Comforts - Acts 9:31
Regenerates - John 3:5-8
Sanctifies - 2 Thessalonians 2:13
Seals - Ephesians 1:13, 14
Instructs - John 14:25, 26
Testifies about Jesus - John 15:26
Reference texts:
His work Glorifies Christ - John 16:14
Convicts - John 16:8-11
Illuminates, Teaches - John 16:12-15
Provides power to witness - Acts 1:8
Will give eternal life - Romans 8:11
Leads and Guides - Romans 8:14
Assures - Romans 8:16
Prays for us - Romans 8:26
Gives spiritual gifts - 1 Corinthians 12:7, 11
Produces fruit - Galatians 5:22-23
Directs - Acts 20:22
Warns - Acts 20:23
Comforts - Acts 9:31
Regenerates - John 3:5-8
Sanctifies - 2 Thessalonians 2:13
Seals - Ephesians 1:13, 14
Instructs - John 14:25, 26
Testifies about Jesus - John 15:26