Sermons by Brent Smith (Page 59)
The Pride & Destruction of Edom
Obadiah is a book written entirely against a nation other than Israel – Edom. Who were the Edomites and why did they have a book entirely devoted to them? Listen to this study to see where they went wrong and what we can learn from them.
Bible Text: Obadiah 1-21
Forgiveness and Healing!
Jesus returns to Capernaum and the crowds are growing. So much so that 4 guys can’t get their paralyzed friend in to see Him. We look at the passion, patience, and productiveness of these 4 friends and how we should be applying this in bringing people to Jesus. And we see the forgiveness Jesus offers. He not only brings physical healing, but Jesus does a spiritual healing too!
Bible Text: Mark 2:1-12
Present Judgment, Future Restoration
Amos receives another vision from God, this time it’s of a basket of summer fruit – the ripe fruit ready for picking. Israel was this ripe fruit, ready for the judgment of God. Yet as we go through these chapters, we see that God is very gracious, still giving people an opportunity to turn back to Him. There will be a faithful remnant that will remain. And as we close out the book we end with the wonderful picture of Israel’s restoration, which ultimately comes through the Messiah – Jesus Christ.
Bible Text: Amos 8:1-9:15
A Day In The Life Of Jesus
Ever feel like you’re just going and going and the pressure of life seems overwhelming? Jesus Himself faced great demands from the crowds and pressure mounted. How did He deal with it? We take a look in this study to see what a day in the life of Jesus was like and how He made it through.
Bible Text: Mark 1:21-45
The Plumb Line Is Set
Amos preaches his fifth and final message to Israel, who’ve been living in the lap of luxury without any concern for God’s Word of coming judgment. Amos is shown three visions, one of which reveals the plumb line of the Lord. Israel has been a crooked nation and needs to be set right.
It’s a definite reminder for us to be sure we’re lined up with God’s Word.
Bible Text: Amos 6:1-7:17
Jesus Calls His First Disciples
After the baptism and temptation of Jesus, we now look at the message and mission of Jesus. We see Him calling His first disciples and we’ll look at the significance of this in light of the tradition of Jewish discipleship.
Bible Text: Mark 1:14-20
Seek Me And Live
We’ve been looking at the coming judgment against Israel for their rebellion, sin and injustices towards their own people. Yet in the midst of impending judgment, God is calling out to individuals to stop what they’re doing and return to Him. God desires that none would perish, and we see His incredible grace in this passage.
Bible Text: Amos 5:1-27
Humble Servant, Humble Beginnings
In this passage we look at the humility of John the Baptist as he prepares the way for Jesus Christ, who also came as a humble servant. Jesus identified with us in His baptism and temptation – the focus of this study.
Bible Text: Mark 1:6-13
Amos 3:1-4:13 – A Word To Sinning Israel
Amos begins a series of sermons against Israel for their sin against God and against their own people. Judgment is coming, but God is faithful to send someone like Amos to ultimately see God’s covenant people repent and return to their God.
Bible Text: Amos 3:1-4:13
Mark 1:1-5 – An Introduction to Mark
Each of the Gospel writers wrote to portray Jesus in a specific way. Matthew showed Jesus as the King. Luke showed Jesus as the Son of Man. John showed Jesus as the Son of God. But Mark wrote to show Jesus as the Suffering Servant. Jesus came not to be served, but to serve and give His life a ransom for all! Join us through this series as we explore our incredible Savior!
Bible Text: Mark 1:1-5
Amos 1:1-2:16 – A Word To The Nations
Amos was just a simple sheep breeder in a small town. Yet God took an ordinary guy and placed an extraordinary calling on his life. Amos would be used of the Lord to share His message to the people of Israel who had drifted from their covenant relationship with God. In the book of Amos we see the care and compassion of God toward the unfair treatment of others.
These first two chapters reveal the sovereignty of God as He has a word of judgment for various nations surrounding Israel, and then hits home to Israel themselves.
Bible Text: Amos 1:1-2:16
The Wisdom of the Wise Men
There’s not a lot that we know about the wise men, but what can we learn from their example? Listen to our Christmas message to find some wisdom of the wise men.
Bible Text: Matthew 2:1-12