Pastor's Outlines

      Abide-13   TITLE: Your Identity and Your Mission TEXT: John 17:6-19 TONE: Encouragement TARGET: Believers TASK: For believers to discover or at least remember their identity and embrace the mission given to them by Christ. TEACH: I want to start by sharing a story of an encounter at an airport. I think it beautifully illustrates the theme of our message today: Understanding your identity and your mission. As I was waiting for my flight in the bustling terminal, I couldn’t help but notice a young man sitting across from me. He looked anxious, checking his watch every few minutes and staring out the window at the planes taking off and landing. Eventually, he turned to me and asked if I knew when the flight to Chicago was boarding. We started talking, and it turned out he was on his way to start a new job -a big step in his career. But beneath his excitement was a layer of uncertainty. He told me about his fears: Am I making the...

    Abide-13   TITLE: Glory Restored TEXT: John 17:1-5 TONE: Encouragement TARGET: Believers TASK: To define the glory of God and to encourage believers to live their lives for the glory of God. TEACH: The glory of God transcends the boundaries of human understanding, existing in a realm far beyond the capacity of any finite mind to fully grasp. While we may attempt to describe and contemplate His majesty through words, arts, and theology, the true essence of His glory remains and enigma, evoking awe and reverence. His divine magnificence surpasses all human language and intellect, inviting us to embrace the mystery and wonder that come with recognizing the limitations of our comprehension. Therefore, it is profound humility and reverence that I attempt to address this subject.   TRUTH: In this chapter we have the Lord’s prayer. Not the prayer He taught us to pray, but the very prayer He prayed for us. From this account we can...

  Subject: Concerns Over Recent Events and Current Affiliations   Dear EFBC, SBC   I trust this message finds you well.   Let me begin with the highlight of the SBC annual meeting. The IMB appointed 83 missionaries it was truly inspiring to see such a strong group of dedicated individuals answering the call to serve and spread the gospel across various countries. My heartfelt congratulations and prayers to all the new appointees. May they find gospel effectiveness, fulfillment, and continued support in their journey ahead.   However, as I reflect on the past week's events, I find myself deeply conflicted. While there are reasons to celebrate, I have serious concerns that weigh heavily on my heart.   Now to my concerns. One such concern is the recent failure to pass the Law Amendment related to the pastoral office being limited to men. It is concerning that support for this amendment has seen a decrease—from an overwhelm...

    Abide- 12   TITLE: Seeing the Father through the Son TEXT: John 17:1-5 TONE: Encouragement TARGET: Believers TASK: To encourage believers to trust God and lives their lives for His glory. TEACH: Isaiah’s vision of God deeply impacted him, leading to his acknowledgement of his own sinfulness and the sinfulness of his people. It compels him to faithfully accept the prophetic mission to call the Israelites to repentance and renew their covenant with God. Isaiah sees God as sovereign over all nations and history, controlling the destinies of peoples and empires. This belief drives Isaiah to proclaim messages not only to Israel but also to other nations, offering both judgments and promises. Isaiah views God as faithful to His promises and committed to redeeming His people. Isaiah prophesies about a coming Messiah who would bring salvation and establish God’s righteous kingdom. His high view of God enabled him to face hard circumstances, ...