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3/1/26

"Paul's Prize - Part 2" - Philip. 3:12-4:1

MAIN IDEA: While not yet perfect, Believers should move forward with intense focus toward their heavenly calling, standing firm in the identity Christ has given them.

OUTLINE

1. Paul's Confession (Phil. 3:12)

2. Paul's Competition (Phil. 3:13-14)

3. Paul's Counsel (Phil. 3:15-17)

A. Be Faithful to Grow (Phil. 3:15-16)

B. Be Following Godly Examples (Phil. 3:17)

4. Paul's Comparison (Phil. 3:18-21)

A. The Unregenerate (Phil. 3:18-19)

B. The Regenerate (Phil. 3:20-21)

5. Paul's Command (Phil. 4:1)

APPLICATION

1. Combat spiritual complacency. It’s easy to feel like you’ve "done enough" or know enough.

2. Stop letting yesterday's mistakes or trophies define your today. Guilt and nostalgia keeps you from moving forward.

3. You are heavily influenced by your "inner circle."

4. Align your values with your "home country" (heaven) rather than your temporary residence (earth).

2/22/26

"Paul's Prize - Part 1" - Philip. 3:1-11

MAIN IDEA: Worship isn't about us presenting our spiritual resume to God; it’s about tearing them up because we’ve finally found something—Someone—of infinite value.

OUTLINE

1. The Word (Phil. 3:1)

2. The Warning (Phil. 3:2)

3. The Worship (Phil. 3:3-11)

A. Paul’s Resume (Phil. 3:4-6)

B. Paul’s Redemption (Phil. 3:7-11)

APPLICATION

1. Worship is what you were made for and what God is worthy of receiving. So, worship the Lord with all your heart each and every day!

2/15/26

"Paul's Examples" - Philip. 2:19-30

MAIN IDEA: Faithful servants of God are to be highly esteemed because they are examples to the church of what it means to exalt Christ in their life and ministry.

OUTLINE

1. The Commendation (Phil. 2:19-24)

2. The Courage (Phil. 2:25-27)

3. The Command (Phil. 2:28-30)

APPLICATION

1. Value your mentors in the faith.

2. Give God your best in life and ministry.

3. Appreciate God’s hard working servants.

2/8/26

"Paul's Preaching - Part 2" - Philip. 2:12-18

MAIN IDEA: Christian growth happens when God’s power is made visible through our joyful obedience and distinct lifestyle.

OUTLINE

1. The Plea (Phil. 2:12)

2. The Power (Phil. 2:13)

3. The Proof (Phil. 2:14-16a)

4. The Praise (Phil. 2:16b-18)

APPLICATION

1. God empowers every one of His children to live out their salvation.

2. Consecration is the key to Christian growth.

3. A consecrated and sanctified life gives God much glory, honor, and praise!

2/1/26

"Paul's Preaching - Part 1" - Philip. 2:1-11

MAIN IDEA: Humility is central to the gospel!

OUTLINE

1. The Encouragement (Phil. 2:1-4)

A. Think like Christ

B. Love like Christ

C. Be united in Christ

2. The Example (Phil. 2:5-8)

3. The Effect (Phil. 2:9-11)

APPLICATION

1. Live in humility because God desires this of His children.

2. Put others and their needs ahead of yours.

3. Humility results in God exalting you!

1/25/26

"Paul's Personal Circumstances - Part 2" - Philip. 1:18-30

MAIN IDEA: The gospel above all else!

OUTLINE

1. Paul’s Expectation (Phil. 1:18-20)

2. Paul’s Expression (Phil. 1:21-24)

3. Paul’s Exultation (Phil. 1:25-26)

4. Paul’s Exhortation (Phil. 1:27-30)

APPLICATION

1. Every believer should live for the advancement of the gospel!

2. Every believer should not fear anyone or anything except the Lord.

1/11/26

"Paul's Personal Circumstances - Part 1" - Philip. 1:12-18

MAIN IDEA: The gospel above all else!

OUTLINE

1. Paul’s Explanation (Phil. 1:12-14)

2. Paul’s Specification (Phil. 1:15-17)

3. Paul’s Determination (Phil. 1:18)

APPLICATION

1. God will use your circumstances to advance His gospel.

2. Love is the proper motivation for sharing the gospel.

3. Rejoice in the advancement of the gospel.

1/04/26

"Paul's Greeting and Gratitude for the Philippians" - Philip. 1:1-11

MAIN IDEA: We should mutually love and encourage others in their Christian walk.

OUTLINE

1. Paul’s Greeting to the Philippians (Phil. 1:1-2)

2. Paul’s Gratitude to the Philippians (Phil. 1:3-7)

3. Paul’s Goal to the Philippians (Phil. 1:8-11)

APPLICATION

1. Be a blessing to the Lord and others by being a partner in the gospel work!

2. Share your gospel gratitude with others.

3. Pray for the gospel to continue to change others.

12/28/25

"Home Alone"

MAIN IDEA: Jesus came to do the will of His Father.

OUTLINE

1. The Piety of the Parents (Luke 2:41-42)

2. The Postponement of Jesus (Luke 2:43a)

3. The Panic of the Parents (Luke 43b:46a)

4. The Perplexity of the Teachers (Luke 2:46-475. The Wonder of the Creatures (Luke 2:8-14

5. The Perplexity of the Parents (Luke 2:48-50)

6. The Pondering of Mary (Luke 2:51)

7. The Progression of Jesus (Luke 2:52)

APPLICATION

1. Jesus understood His mission. From the very beginning He is reflecting on the will of God and starts revealing himself right in the center of Judaism's religious capital.

The Wonder of Christmas - Part 2

"The Wonder of the Incarnation"

12/21/25

MAIN IDEA: We are full of amazement and wonder that the Creator became part of His creation.

OUTLINE

1. The Wonder of the Circumstances (Luke 2:1-3)

2. The Wonder of the City (Luke 2:4)

3. The Wonder of the Covenant (Luke 2:4)

4. The Wonder of the Class (Luke 2:5-7)

5. The Wonder of the Creatures (Luke 2:8-14

6. The Wonder of the Caretakers (Luke 2:15-17)

7. The Wonder of the Circle (Luke 2:16-19)

APPLICATION

1. The incarnation of Christ is the supreme act of love that leaves us in a state of wonder!

The Wonder of Christmas - Part 1

"The Wonder of the Word"

12/14/25

MAIN IDEA: God is faithful to keep His word!

OUTLINE

1. The Wonder of the Word through the Prophet (Mal. 4:5-6)

2. The Wonder of the Word to the Priest (Luke 1:10-20, 57-66)

3. The Wonder of the Word to the Parents (Luke 1:26-38, Matt. 1:18-25)

4. The Wonder of the Word to the People (Luke 1:37-38, Luke 2:10)

APPLICATION

1. We should always be wonder-filled at God's faithfulness to keep His word!

“The Future Now - Part 5” - 2 Corinthians 5:10-21

11/30/25

MAIN IDEA: If you want to see God work in the present and the future, be faithful and grateful to go!

OUTLINE/APPLICATION

1. Living missionally means we live with a proper motive. (vs. 10)

2. Living missionally means we share a persuasive message. (vv. 11-15)

3. Living missionally means we tell of God’s powerful means. (vv. 17-21)

“The Future Now - Part 4” - Acts 20:35

11/23/25

MAIN IDEA: If you want to see God work in the present and the future, be faithful and grateful to give!

OUTLINE/APPLICATION

1. Biblical Giving Blesses God.

2. Biblical Giving Blesses Others.

3. Biblical Giving Blesses You.

“The Future Now - Part 3” - 1 Peter 2:1-12

11/16/25

MAIN IDEA: If you want to see God work in the present and the future, be faithful and grateful to grow!

OUTLINE/APPLICATION

1. We grow by studying the Word of God. (vv. 2-3)

2. We grow by obeying the Word of God. (vv. 4-8)

A. Having Meaningful Fellowship

B. Mortifying Sin

3. We grow by offering spiritual sacrifices. (vv. 5, 9)

4. We grow by proclaiming Christ's glory. (vv. 9-10)

“The Future Now - Part 2” - Acts 2:42-47

11/09/25

MAIN IDEA: If you want to see God work in the present and the future, be faithful and grateful to gather!

OUTLINE/APPLICATION

1. As you’re faithful to gather, you experience God’s Word come alive in your life! (vs. 42a)

2. As you’re faithful to gather, you experience the joy of godly relationships. (vv. 42b, 46)

3. As you’re faithful to gather, you experience the ordinances of the church! (vs. 42c)

4. As you’re faithful to gather, you experience the supernatural provision of God! (vv. 42d, 45)

A. Through Prayer (vs. 42d)

B. Through People (vs. 45)

5. As you’re faithful to gather, you experience powerful worship! (vs. 47a)

6. As you’re faithful to gather, you experience the life altering love of God! (vs. 47)

“The Future Now - Part 1” - Matthew 24:42-51

11/02/25

MAIN IDEA: We are called to be wise and faithful!

OUTLINE/APPLICATION

1. You must recognize the times. (Matt. 24:42)

2. You must remember the call. (Matt. 24:45)

3. You must respond in obedience. (Matt. 25:35-40)

QUESTION?

1. In what ways does your life mimic the love of Jesus? How is God’s kingdom being impacted because of your loving obedience to Him?

HEBREWS SERMON NOTES

“The Superiority of Jesus' Power - Part 7” - Hebrews 13:1-25

10/05/25

MAIN IDEA: Jesus is Superior!

OUTLINE

1. Living Instructions (Heb. 13:1-7)

A. Be Hospitable (Heb. 13:2)

B. Be Humble (Heb. 13:3)

C. Be Honorable (Heb. 13:4)

D. Be Happy (Heb. 13:5-6)

E. Be Heeding (Heb. 13:7)

2. Worship Instructions (Heb. 13:8-19)

A. Remember :

1.) Jesus' Reliability (Heb. 13:8)

2.) Jesus' Reconciliation (Heb. 13:9-12)

3.) Jesus' Reproach (Heb. 13:13)

4.) Jesus' Reward (Heb 13:14)

B. Render :

1.) Praise (Heb.13:15)

2.) Possessions (Heb. 13:16)

3.) Permission (Heb. 13:17)

4.) Prayer (Heb.13:18-19)

3. Closing Instructions (Heb. 13:20-25)

A. Closing Prayer (Heb. 13:20-21)

B. Closing Petitions (Heb. 13:22-25)

APPLICATION

1. God desires for us to allow Christ’s power that lives within us, to live through us so that others can be touched by the grace of God.

“The Superiority of Jesus' Power - Part 6” - Hebrews 12:1-29

09/28/25

MAIN IDEA: Jesus is Superior!

OUTLINE

1. The Illustration (Heb.12:1-2)

A. Run Freely (Heb.12:1a)

B. Run Enduringly (Heb.12:1b)

C. Run Intentionally (Heb.12:2)

2. The Inspection (Heb.12:3-11)

A. Remember Jesus' Life (Heb.12:3)

B. Remember Jesus' Love (Heb.12:4-11)

3. The Injunction (Heb.12:12-17)

A. Be Strengthened (Heb.12:12-13)

B. Be Sharp (Heb.12:14-17)

4. The Invitation (Heb.12:18-29)

A. A Mount of Terror (Heb. 12:18-21)

B. A Mount of Triumph (Heb. 12:22-29)

APPLICATION

1. True faith in the Lord Jesus Christ will cause us to love and live like Jesus resulting in a life of service and sacrifice unto the Lord.

“The Superiority of Jesus' Power - Part 5” - Hebrews 11:20-40

09/21/25

MAIN IDEA: Jesus is Superior!

OUTLINE

1. The Faith of the Patriarchs (Heb.11:20-22)

2. The Faith of the Parents (Heb.11:23)

3. The Faith of the Prince (Heb.11:24-28)

4. The Faith of the People (Heb.11:29-30)

5. The Faith of the Prostitute (Heb.11:31)

6. The Faith of the Protectors and Prophets (Heb.11:32-40)

APPLICATION

1. Faith is spiritual sight. It looks past the natural and sees the supernatural. It lives for the glory of God and for His coming Kingdom, even when faced with death.

“The Superiority of Jesus' Power - Part 4” - Hebrews 11:8-19

09/14/25

MAIN IDEA: Jesus is Superior!

OUTLINE

1. The Elements of Faith (Heb.11:8-16)

A. The call to leave in faith (Heb. 11:8)

B. The call to live in faith (Heb. 11:9-10)

C. The call to learn in faith (Heb. 11:11-12)

D. The call to long in faith (Heb. 11:13-16)

2. The Example of Faith (Heb.11:17-19)

APPLICATION

1.Abraham’s faith is a prototype of our faith. He believed God and acted on His promises. We are called to do the same.

“The Superiority of Jesus' Power - Part 3” - Hebrews 11:7

09/07/25

MAIN IDEA: Jesus is Superior!

OUTLINE

1. Noah's Culture (Gen. 6:1-7)

2. Noah's Confidence (Gen. 6:8-9)

3. Noah's Commission (Gen. 6:13-22)

4. Noah's Construction (Gen. 6:14-16)

5. Noah's Conservation (Gen. 7:11-13, 20-23)

6. Noah's Celebration (Gen. 8:15-22)

APPLICATION

1. If you place your faith and trust in the Lord, you will be saved from all judgment.

2. Our faith is a testimony that can help save others if we hold fast to our hope and confidence in the Lord.

“The Superiority of Jesus' Power - Part 2” - Hebrews 11:2-6

08/31/25

MAIN IDEA: Jesus is Superior!

OUTLINE

1. The Commendation of Faith (Heb. 11:2)

2. The Centrality of Faith (Heb. 11:3)

3. The Characters of Faith (Heb. 11:4-5)

4. The Call for Faith (Heb. 11:6)

APPLICATION

1. All God’s people are to be people of great faith that trust in the Lord throughout all of their lives.

“The Superiority of Jesus' Power - Part 1” - Hebrews 11:1

08/24/25

MAIN IDEA: Jesus is Superior!

OUTLINE

1. Faith Defined (Heb. 11:1)

A. Faith is a gift from God.

B. Faith is turning in repentance to God.

C. Faith is trusting in the Person of God.

D. Faith is trusting in the provision of God.

E. Faith is trusting in the protection of God.

F. Faith is persevering in the promises of God.

APPLICATION

1. Faith is the gift of God that saves you and that you must live by all the days of your life.

QUESTION

1. How is your faith doing? Is your faith prospering or perishing?

“The Superiority of Jesus' Priesthood - Part 8” - Hebrews 10:19-39

08/10/25

MAIN IDEA: Jesus is Superior!

OUTLINE

1. The Exhortation (Heb. 10:19-25)

A. Be Saved (Heb. 10:19-22)

B. Be Steadfast (Heb. 10:23-25)

2. The Example (Heb. 10:26-31)

A. The Warning (Heb. 10:26-27)

B. The Witness (Heb. 10:28-39)

C. The Wrath (Heb. 10:30-31)

3. The Encouragement (Heb. 10:32-39)

A. Suffer with Perspective (Heb. 10:32-34)

B. Serve with Perseverance (Heb. 10:35-39)

APPLICATION

1. Anyone can and should come to Christ. Because of Jesus, all are invited to draw near to Him!

2. Be steadfast in serving the Lord. You will reap a great reward if you do not give up.

“The Superiority of Jesus' Priesthood - Part 7” - Hebrews 10:1-18

08/03/25

MAIN IDEA: Jesus is Superior!

OUTLINE

1. The Shortcomings of the Old Covenant (Heb. 10:1-4)

2. The Superiority of the New Covenant (Heb. 10:5-9)

3. The Sufficiency of the New Covenant (Heb. 10:10-17)

4. The Summation of this New Covenant (Heb. 10:18)

APPLICATION

1. Anyone who receives Jesus by grace through faith is freed from the penalty of sin, the power of sin, and one day from the presence of sin.

2. Rejoice and be thankful for God’s provision for you in the person of His Son, Jesus!

3. Tell others of this wonderful grace you’ve found in the person of Jesus.

“The Superiority of Jesus' Priesthood - Part 6” - Hebrews 9:1-28

07/27/25

MAIN IDEA: Jesus is Superior!

OUTLINE

1. The Earthly Sanctuary (Heb. 9:1-5)

2. The Earthly Service (Heb. 9:6-10)

3. The Eternal Savior (Heb. 9:11-28)

A. His Completion (Heb. 9:11-12)

B. His Cleansing (Heb. 9:13-14)

C. His Covenant (Heb. 9:15-27)

1.) Its Terms

a.) Death (Heb. 9:15-17)

b.) Blood (Heb. 9:18-22)

2.) It’s Triumph (Heb. 9:23-26)

D. His Coming (Heb. 9:27-28)

APPLICATION

1. The New Covenant is the fulfillment of the Old. It is bought and paid for by Christ’s blood, death, burial, and resurrection.

2. The final fulfillment of the New Covenant is when Jesus comes again to fully and finally save all who are His.

“The Superiority of Jesus' Priesthood - Part 5” - Hebrews 8:1-13

07/20/25

MAIN IDEA: Jesus is Superior!

OUTLINE

1. The Superiority of Christ, the Great High Priest (Heb. 8:1-5)

A. His Seat (Heb. 8:1)

B. His Sanctuary (Heb. 8:2)

C. His Sacrifice (Heb. 8:3-5)

2. The Superiority of the New Covenant (Heb. 8:6-13)

A. It’s enacted on better promises (Heb. 8:6)

B. It’s enabled by the Holy Spirit (Heb. 8:7-10)

C. It’s empowered by the Holy Spirit (Heb. 8:11)

D. It exonerates the guilty because of God’s grace (Heb. 8:12)

E. It exchanged the type and shadow for the reality (Heb. 8:13)

APPLICATION

1. Christians should rejoice and be ever thankful for Christ because He paid the ultimate price for your sin.

2. Christians should recognize Christ's superiority over the law and realize that the old sacrificial system will never be pleasing to God because Christ, the Guarantor of the New Covenant, has come!

“The Superiority of Jesus' Priesthood - Part 4” - Hebrews 7:1-28

07/13/25

MAIN IDEA: Jesus is Superior!

OUTLINE

1. The Person of Melchizedek (Heb. 7:1-3)

2. The Prestige of Melchizedek (Heb. 7:4-10)

3. The Progression from Melchizedek (Heb. 7:11-28)

APPLICATION

1. Christians are forever grateful to have a Savior that is not only our Passover Lamb, but also our great High Priest who lives to make intercession for us.

2. Because Jesus loves you unconditionally, you should never be ashamed to draw near to Him as He lives to make intercession for you!

“The Superiority of Jesus' Priesthood - Part 3” - Hebrews 6:13-7:28

06/29/25

MAIN IDEA: Jesus is Superior!

OUTLINE

1. The Endurance of God’s Promise (Heb. 6:13-14,16-18)

2. The Encouragement of God’s Purpose (Heb. 6:17-18)

A. We Have a Solid Hope.

B. We Have a Sure High Priest.

3. The Eternality of God’s Priest (Heb. 6:19-20)

APPLICATION

1. Because Jesus now represents man to God, we have an eternal High Priest that keeps us saved!

2. May your soul always rejoice in the Lord Jesus because of who He is and what He’s done!

“The Superiority of Jesus' Priesthood - Part 2” - Hebrews 5:12-6:12

06/22/25

MAIN IDEA: Jesus is Superior!

OUTLINE

1. A Bold Exhortation (Heb. 5:12-6:3)

2. A Bitter Example (Heb. 6:4-8)

3. A Better Estimate (Heb. 6:9-12)

APPLICATION

1. We should always strive to continue to mature in the Lord.

“The Superiority of Jesus' Priesthood - Part 1” - Hebrews 4:14-5:10

06/08/25

MAIN IDEA: Jesus is Superior!

OUTLINE

1. Christ has a Superior Name. (Heb. 4:14)

2. Christ has a Superior Nearness. (Heb. 4:15-16)

3. Christ has a Superior Nature. (Heb. 5:1-10)

APPLICATION

1. There has never been a High Priest like Jesus that unconditionally loves you and desires close fellowship with you. Therefore, you should draw near to Him and live in the goodness of His grace and mercy.

“The Superiority of Jesus - Part 4” - Hebrews 3:1-4:13

06/01/25

MAIN IDEA: Jesus is Superior!

OUTLINE

1. Two People to be Considered (Heb. 3:1-6)

A. Whom We're to Contemplate

B. Whom We're to Contrast

1.) Moses: The Servant

2.) Messiah: The Son

2. Twin Perils to be Considered (Heb. 3:7-4:3)

A. OT Times: The Wilderness Rebellion (Heb. 3:7-19)

B. NT Times: This Worldly Rebellion (Heb. 4:1-3)

3. True Peace to be Considered (Heb. 4:4-13)

A. Creation Rest (Heb 4:4-5)

B. Canaan Rest (Heb. 4:6-8)

C. Calvary Rest (Heb. 4:9-13)

APPLICATION

1. Jesus is superior because He’s the only way to true rest and peace! Therefore, do not miss the only salvation God has provided in the person of His Son, Jesus Christ.

“The Superiority of Jesus - Part 3” - Hebrews 2:5-18

05/25/25

MAIN IDEA: Jesus is Superior!

OUTLINE

3. Jesus is Superior in His Delivering Purpose. (Heb. 2:5-18)

A. Jesus' Sovereignty (Heb. 2:5-9a)

B. Jesus' Sufferings (Heb. 2:9b-10)

C. Jesus' Sympathy (Heb. 2:11-18)

APPLICATION

1. Jesus is superior to all. Therefore, He is worthy of our worship!

“The Superiority of Jesus - Part 2” - Hebrews 1:4-2:4

05/11/25