Sermons by Brent Smith (Page 57)
Acts 21:27-22:30 – Paul Gives An Account
Paul is given the opportunity he’s been dreaming of – to speak to his fellow country men. The Jewish crowds are gathered at the Temple, the stage is set! He lays it all out for them as to how Jesus met him, transformed him, and called him. Surely the people will warm up to Paul after this account. Listen in to hear how it all goes down and what we learn from his account.
Bibel Text: Acts 21:27-22:30
1 John 1:1-4 – Fellowship And Fullness Of Joy
John sets out the purpose in the introduction to his letter: “…that which we have seen and heard we declare to you, that you also may have fellowship with us; and truly our fellowship is with the Father and with His Son Jesus Christ. And these things we write to you that your joy may be full.”
Our joy is equated to our fellowship with God. He’s invited us in to enjoy relationship with Him. What a blessing. May you experience fullness of joy as you encounter life in Him.
Bible Text: 1 John 1:1-4
Acts 20:28-21:26 – The Will Of The Lord Be Done
Ever wondered why the Lord would lead you in a certain way? Even when it seems like your heading for disaster? That was the case for Paul as he makes his way back to Jerusalem after his third missionary trip. Others were even given a word from God as to what trouble was awaiting Paul. They tried to keep him from Jerusalem. But Paul was confident God was taking him right into the fire and would carry out His good purposes through it. Are we ready to say in all things, ‘Your will be done Lord.’
Bible Text: Acts 20:28-21:26
Acts 20:1-27 – None Of These Things Move Me
As Paul continues his farewell tour visiting various cities that he has ministered to, he stops in Miletus for a special heart to heart with the Elders from Ephesus. Here we see Paul the Pastor pour out his heart of love. And in this discourse we look at Paul’s resolution to serve the Lord faithfully to the end. Nothing will deter or discourage him from finishing his race. Great words of encouragement and challenge to us as well.
Bible Text: Acts 20:1-27
Our Response To His Reign
As we close out this section dealing with the Reign of the Lord, we look at how we should respond to the fact that God is Sovereign over all.
Bible Text: Psalms 97-100
Come Let Us Worship!
We are given an incredible invitation to come and worship the Lord. There is joy and blessing that comes as we fix our eyes on the King who reigns, and give Him the praise that He deserves. We explore the goodness of God and the response we are to have as worshippers in these two Psalms.
Bible Text: Psalms 95-96
The Promise and Power of His Reign
These Psalms reminds us that God not only reigns, but His reign is eternal. It has no beginning and no end. And He is mightier than any kind of opposition. One day He will carry out vengeance and justice to all that have fought against His reign.
May you know the blessing of submitting to Him and enjoy the peace of His reign today.
Bible Text: Psalms 93-94
Fresh and Flourishing
It is good to give thanks to the Lord this Psalm declares. How true that is! There is blessing and strength for those that look to God in praise. Though trouble may mount around us, God will uphold us. Though we may grow old or tired, those who are planted in the house of the Lord will remain fresh and flourishing.
Bible Text: Psalm 92
Teach Us To Number Our Days
Have you ever stopped to ponder what you’re doing with your life? And not just down the road, but each day that you have? This passage helps us to see the frailty of man, but so that we can properly number our days and make the most of them. Thankfully the Lord is a great shelter and protector of our lives. We don’t have to live in fear but at rest in His arms so that we can be making these lives count!
Bible Text: Psalms 90-91
The Faithfulness Of God
Ever been perplexed when looking at circumstances and situations around you that seem to contradict what God says in His Word? Does it ever seem like God’s promises are not being fulfilled or do you wonder if they ever will? Psalm 89 is such a Psalm as the writer struggles to view the promises God had made in light of what he sees happening around him. Yet through it all we see the complete faithfulness of God. His promises will never be broken!
Bible Text: Psalm 89
Trusting God in Tough Times
We’ve all experienced difficulty I’m sure. Even times where we wonder where God is or what He’s doing? Yet it’s in these times that we need to trust the Lord all the more. Because He is with us and will help us. “In the day of my trouble I will call upon You, for You will answer me.” – Psalm 86:7
Bible Text: Psalms 86-88
Pursuit In Pilgrimage
The Psalmist longs to come and meet with the Lord. His heart and flesh cry out for the living God. What kind of passion and desire do we have for the Lord? What a blessing we have to come and meet with Him and commune with the Living God. And as we see, no good thing will He withhold from those who walk uprightly.
Bible Text: Psalms 84-85