Fellowship Bible Church Sermons

Intro to the Book of Obadiah, Part 4

September 19, 2021 SS, Obadiah.In this message James Widgeon leads our new study in the book of Obadiah. We focus on the root word of 'Obed' as mentioned in the book of Ruth. As we preparing our study in the book of Obadiah, we concluded that this name means "one who serves". We are then given an overview of the book of Obadiah and the different topics we will be covering in future messages.

Following Christ

September 15, 2021 PM, Matthew 8:18-22.In tonight's message Pastor Matt continues our study in the book of Matthew where we spend our entirely of time in the eighth chapter. A scribe publicly declared that he would follow Jesus. Jesus responds that the scribe should drop everything he is doing and immediately follow Him. The scribe tells Jesus that he has a few things to do before he will follow Christ, perhaps wait for an inheritance. Christ makes it clear by responding "Follow Me, and let the dead bury their own dead." Jesus makes it clear that if you are to follow Him you must be immediately ready and knowing the cost of suffering and inconvenience. A true believer both believes and follows Christ. A person who believes but does not follow, does not truly believe in Him.

Jesus Heals a Centurion’s Servant

September 12, 2021 PM, Matthew 8:5-13.In this message Pastor Matt continues our study in the book of Matthew, where we see a centurion asking Jesus to heal his servant. The Roman leader cared for his servant and asked Jesus to speak a word and his servant would be healed. Christ marveled at the man's faith as he acknowledged that Jesus had all power and authority, even to heal. Christ heals the servant that very hour. Additionally, we see Christ explaining that even Gentiles who accept Christ would be part of the kingdom of heaven and sit down with Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob. However, those who did not follow Christ would be cast into outer darkness with great weeping and gnashing of teeth.
Our Scripture reading was found in 1 Chronicles 9:1-44.

Closing Words

September 12, 2021 AM, Titus 3:12-15.The apostle closes his letter with a short passing of greetings—from
his co-workers to Titus and a request for Titus to pass Paul’s
greetings to those who know and love him in the Christian faith.
Evidently the letter, although to Titus, is expected to be shared
with some coworkers. It appears from this that Titus was likely the
leader of a small missionary team.
Finally, Paul wishes divine grace upon all who are present with Titus,
including the named recipient of the letter. Oh, how we need that
which we do not deserve. Thank God for His grace.
Our Scripture reading was found in Ezekiel 9:1-11.

Intro to the Book of Obadiah, Part 3

September 12, 2021 SS, Obadiah.In this message James Widgeon leads our new study in the book of Obadiah, with supporting Scripture from Genesis, Numbers, and Acts on the two sons of Issac, Jacob and Esau. Jacob would receive the birth-rite blessing of Issac, His Father, even though Esau was born first. Jacob's descendants would form the later Israelite's and Esau's descendants would form the Edomites. These two nations would forever be at enmity with the other.

Jesus Cleanses a Leper

September 8, 2021 PM, Matthew 8:1-4.In this evenings message Pastor Matt leads our continued study in the book of Matthew, where he provides a summary of the first seven chapters in the book of Matthew before beginning chapter 8. Tonight's message focused on the text of Jesus cleansing the leper. Jesus Christ has the ability and power to heal the leper. The man had faith to be healed and was indeed healed by Jesus. Jesus told the leper to be quiet and go to his own house. However, the leper instead announced to the city of what Jesus had done. This resulted in Jesus' difficulties in ministry in suburb areas due to the overwhelmingly large crowds. After this Jesus' following continued to grow. However, the crowds were more focused on obtaining welfare rather than being spiritually fed with the Word of God.

Lord’s Table: Justification and Importance of the Lord’s Table

September 5, 2021 PM, Luke 22:7-23.In tonight's message Pastor Matt leads our Lord's Table explaining what exactly the Lord's Table is and it's significance. The Lord's Table is a memorial ordinance that the Lord has given to us where He established the New Covenant through His blood on the cross, marking the beginning of the new age.
Our Scripture reading was found in 1 Chronicles 8:1-40.

Avoid Dissensions, Maintain Good Works

September 5, 2021 AM, Titus 3:8-14.In this message Pastor Matt leads our continued study in the book of Titus, focused on how Christians ought not to engage in foolish dissensions but rather maintain good works and meeting the needs of others.
Our Scripture reading was found in Ezekiel 8:1-18.

Theology of the Cross, Part 4

September 5, 2021 SS, Various.For Sunday school, Pastor Matt continues our study on the theology of the cross and gospel focused on atonement and how it can be studied and applied in our daily lives as Christians. A sinful person can be reconciled to Jesus Christ's through His atoning sacrifice.

Two Ways

September 1, 2021 PM, Matthew 7:13-29, Part 3.Jesus taught things directly. He did not mince words, use evasive
language, or speak uncertainly or in generalities. He spoke clearly
and specifically. He cut to the heart of the matter, not beating
around the bush, or stopping short of what is truly needed.
Consequently, the people were amazed. “Just who is this guy?!” He
demanded people follow HIS words, not the Pharisee’s words. The
audience was not left in the dark. They were unable to “spin” His
words in a self-favoring, “do-nothing” sense. They were forced to
deal with this. It was clear, unlike the teaching of the Pharisees and
Scribes before Jesus came onto the scene.
Their teaching was likely of the sort that we see today: easybelievism, so-and-so says this or book such-and-such says that, or
“hath God said?” which attacks the Word of God by questioning it
and creating doubt.
There are still people out there who, though inoculated against such
authoritative teaching, can still experience a breakthrough case of
the gospel and be saved. Millions of souls need direct, soul-saving
teaching of God’s word. They are not getting it in the world with all
its mish-mash. Fluff teaching kills, my friends, because it lets
people live in their own little world and foggy brain. Soon it will be
too late. Direct teaching wakes up a soul and could well save it.
This we know for sure—if someone does not respond to Christ,
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they will definitely not be saved. And if they are not presented
clearly with the truth, how can they respond?
Christian faith is life transforming. It is live saving. It is life-preserving.
It is the only safe option in the coming deluge of judgment and the
storms of life. You must be settled on the Rock of your salvation,
Jesus Christ, else you will be crushed by the fall of your house onto
your head.
There are only two ways to go: narrow gate or broad gate, difficult
way or easy way, good fruit or bad fruit, true relationship or
pretend, solid foundation or sandy foundation, obedience to God’s
word or disobedience. You must make a choice. You must make a
choice. Choose life. Choose today whom you will serve.