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God’s Love Changes Everything Romans 5:1-11 God’s Love changes who we are God’s love changes what we do God’s love changes what we hope for (Preacher: Rayk Platzek)

Have you accepted God’s gift? (Romans 4) Romans 1-3 The Gospel of Jesus reveals the undeserved gift of being right with God Romans 4 Abraham is THE example of receiving the undeserved gift of being right with God Abraham was not declared right with God by works or by circumcision or through the law Abraham was justified by faith Have you accepted the undeserved gift of being right with God? (preacher: Steve Blencowe)

Are YOU right with God? Romans 3:21-31 The Bible says no one is right with God But, in Jesus, God provides a way for us to be right with God (vv. 21-24) Jesus deals with our sin and God’s need to punish sin (vv. 25-26) If we are right with God through trusting in Jesus, then … we have nothing to boast in … and we can be sure that we are forgiven So, are you right with God? Preacher: Stephen Young

Stuck Under the Power of Sin Romans 2:12-3:20 (Bible Reading: 3:1-20) Limited obedience to the law does NOT make us right with God… The verdict: No one is righteous How do we solve the problem of sin?            - The world’s answers            - God’s answer                                    “But now…” (v. 21) Preacher: Stephen Young

How to Respond to God’s Anger at Sin? Romans 1:18-2:11 The reality of God’s anger at sin the fact of God’s wrath (1:18) the reason for God’s wrath (1:18-20) the expression of God’s wrath, now (1:21-32) the coming day of God’s wrath (2:5-11) God’s wrath is justified How should we respond? (preacher: Steve Blencowe)

Experiencing God’s Power Romans 1:1-17 1. Introducing Paul and his Gospel (1:1-7) 2. This Gospel is the Power of God (1:16-17) 3. And this Power changes lives (1:8-15) 4. Have you experienced God’s Power? (Preacher: Steve Blencowe)

Preacher: Rayk platzek Title: From fear to fullness of joy Outline: 1) Refuge in God 2) Content with God’s providence 3) Counselled by God 4) Trust in the faithfulOne

Singleness… or singlemindedness? 1 Corinthians 7:25-40 1: Don’t hold tight to the things of the world 2: Because they are passing away (v. 31) 3: Instead, honour God the “right” way (v. 35) (Preacher: Stephen Young)

Living by the Word of our Powerful God Nehemiah 13 (Reading 13:1-13) Another messy ending! Neither Ezra nor Nehemiah could change people’s hearts – only Jesus can do that What else can we learn from their attempt to live by the word of our powerful God? (Preacher: Steve Blencowe)

Christian Marriage (Part 1) Reading: 1 Corinthians 7:1-24 1: God has given “gifts” to all Christians (v. 7) - What they are - What they aren’t 2: Paul addresses questions about marriage... 3: ...but being a faithful follower of Jesus is what really matters (Preacher: Stephen Young)

Taking God’s Word to Heart Nehemiah 8 (Reading 7:73b-8:12) An introduction to the OT Book of Nehemiah Ezra the Priest and Teacher of the Law is still at work Taking God’s Word to heart… then… and now… (Preacher: Steve Blencowe)

Sex and Freedom  1 Corinthians 6 1: How things END… should affect how you live NOW Paul provides two examples in 1 Cor 6: a) Christian Lawsuits b) Sexual Immorality 2: God also wants you to live differently because: - you have been washed, sanctified and justified (v. 11) - your body is a temple of the Holy Spirit (v. 19) - you were bought at a price (v. 20) (Preacher: Stephen Young)

God’s Word and Holiness Ezra 9-10 God’s people show deep faithlessness… (9:1-2) …and the mess is complex to unravel (9:3-10:44) Holiness and faithfulness still matter for Christians though much has changed… …God remains the same (Preacher: Steve Blencowe)

Immorality in the Church (Reading 1 Corinthians 5) 1. The Corinthian church is proud of their sin?! 2. Paul warns that unrepentant sin affects the whole gathering 3. Don’t tolerate even a small amount of unrepentant sin (Preacher: Stephen Young)

A First-hand Example of Living by God’s Word Ezra 7-8 (Reading 7:1-10, 8:31-36) A passage that shows a powerful God at work And a first-hand example of living by God’s Word -  Ezra practiced what he preached (7:10) -  trusted his sovereign God (7:28, 8:22) -  and was busy himself (7:6b, 8:15-17,21) Some tips for Living by the Word of a powerful God Overview of the passage 7:1-10   Narrator’s introduction 7:11-26   Artaxerxes’ letter 7:27-8:36   Ezra’s account 7:27-28 – praising God 8:1-14 – names of the returnees 8:15-32 – the journey to Jerusalem 8:33-36 – arrival and sacrifices (Preacher: Steve Blencowe) Youth Group Notes What is ONE thing that’s interesting from today’s sermon, one question to keep thinking about and one thing to pray about? 1.  Interesting: 2.  Question: 3.  Pray:

Fools and Kings! 1 Corinthians 3-4 (Reading 1 Cor 3:18-4:13) 1: Paul highlights the ‘rewards’ of faithful Gospel ministry… 2: These ‘rewards’ are the opposite of what some of the Corinthians expected 3: Be careful not to look for glory in the wrong places (Preacher: Stephen Young)

Expect Opposition to Living by God’s Word Ezra 4-6 (Reading 4:1-5, 5:1-2, 6:13-18) The Israelites faced opposition as they attempted to build God’s temple. But God’s prophets continued to speak His word And God continued to show His supreme sovereignty. There are lessons we can learn. - We too should expect opposition to living for God. - But we know God still speaks through His word. - And God does not change. He is unfailingly faithful, supremely sovereign and desires people to live by His word. (preacher: Steve Blencowe)

The Folly of the Cross 1 Corinthians 1:18-2:16 The Wisdom of the Word The Folly of the Cross Wisdom from the Spirit (Preacher: Thom Herbert)

Living by God’s Word is the Priority Ezra 3 In Ezra 3 the people prioritise living by God’s word.. .. and the temple plays an important part God is still working to the same plan .. but His temple looks a little different Our priority should still be - to live by God’s word (Preacher: Steve Blencowe)

Christ Divided 1 Corinthians 1:1-17 1: Unity troubles plague the Corinthian Church 2: Paul reminds the Corinthians of who they are in Christ 3: Three truths about Jesus which help our unity…  - Christ is Whole - Christ was crucified for you - Christ is your Lord Preacher: Stephen Young